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YU03 XXV

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,063 mi
Last recorded94,063 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 XXV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 94,063 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 85,207 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 85,207 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 79,071 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 79,066 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 59,480 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 59,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre worn to limit

offside rear tyre cracking in treaded area

Pass 4 Aug 2009 48,799 miles

both front tyres close to limit + cracking with age

o/s/r tyre cracking with age

Fail 4 Aug 2009 48,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

fan belt + powerd steering belt cracking

both front tyres close to limit + cracking with age

o/s/r tyre cracking with age

Pass 22 Jul 2008 40,359 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 32,104 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 25,496 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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YU03 XXV is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YU03 XXV, 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

How do I check the history of YU03 XXV?

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What year was YU03 XXV registered?

YU03 XXV is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is YU03 XXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU03 XXV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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