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YX03 VSL

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,879 mi
Last recorded65,879 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 VSL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 65,879 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 65,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

serious engine oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2012 59,188 miles

AIRBAG LIGHT ON

Pass 18 Jul 2011 50,515 miles

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

offside rear tyre cut but not to cords

Fail 8 Jul 2011 49,880 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

offside rear tyre cut but not to cords

Pass 13 Jul 2010 44,915 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 37,576 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 33,101 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 27,212 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 22,815 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 VSL is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VSL, 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 VSL registered?

YX03 VSL is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 18 June 2003.

Is YX03 VSL safe to buy?

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