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YS53 EAP

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,253 mi
Last recorded123,253 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 EAP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2015 123,253 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 115,652 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside rear brake disc is corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2015 115,652 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside rear brake disc is corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2014 107,682 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2014 107,682 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2013 101,741 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 92,683 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 82,240 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 71,391 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking between tread

Fail 11 Nov 2009 71,391 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking between tread

Pass 12 Nov 2008 60,317 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 47,900 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 32,966 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 EAP is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EAP, 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.

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What year was YS53 EAP registered?

YS53 EAP is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 15 November 2003.

Is YS53 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS53 EAP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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