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YY03 GJE

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,949 mi
Last recorded126,949 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 GJE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2015 126,949 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 108,224 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

emissions not tested.

exhaust system not on all hangers but still supported.

Fail 26 Feb 2014 108,224 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

emissions not tested.

exhaust system not on all hangers but still supported.

Pass 11 Feb 2013 86,686 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 73,976 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 67,919 miles

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 61,046 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 53,683 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 47,069 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 47,069 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 38,023 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 29,083 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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YY03 GJE 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 83.3%.

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 YY03 GJE, 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 YY03 GJE registered?

YY03 GJE is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 12 April 2003.

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