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YX03 VPE

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,920 mi
Last recorded66,920 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 VPE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 66,920 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 63,344 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 56,631 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 56,631 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 45,732 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 42,555 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 38,652 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 38,652 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 34,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

all 4 tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 23 Oct 2006 30,507 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 27,178 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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YX03 VPE is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YX03 VPE, 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 YX03 VPE registered?

YX03 VPE is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is YX03 VPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 VPE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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