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YU04 KWJ

2004 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

68,943 mi
Last recorded68,943 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU04 KWJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 68,943 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 68,943 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 62,580 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 30 Aug 2011 56,675 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 56,675 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 50,044 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

nearside front tyre sidewall cut but not exposing cords

Fail 7 Aug 2010 50,009 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

nearside front tyre sidewall cut but not exposing cords

Pass 5 Aug 2009 42,929 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

petrol tank strap (offside) is showing signs of serious corrosion.

Engine management light (ECU light) is constantly illuminated. Could be considered dangerous, dependant on fault.

Pass 23 Jul 2008 33,517 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 31,858 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 31,858 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine management light illuminated.

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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YU04 KWJ is a 2004 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 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 YU04 KWJ, 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 22 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 YU04 KWJ registered?

YU04 KWJ is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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