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YS53 BDF

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,643 mi
Last recorded114,643 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 BDF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2017 114,643 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 103,877 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 101,578 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 98,506 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 94,894 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 90,611 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 84,317 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 76,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 67,683 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 58,729 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 47,347 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 36,889 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr?

Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
53,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,258
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,242
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,215
Stop lamp not working 16,145
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,953
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YS53 BDF is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 57,033 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YS53 BDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zr typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS53 BDF registered?

YS53 BDF is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is YS53 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS53 BDF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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