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YY03 TSX

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,255 mi
Last recorded48,255 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 TSX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 48,255 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 48,255 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 44,149 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 43,811 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 43,369 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 43,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 42,624 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 41,144 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 39,676 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 36,137 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 31,900 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 27,275 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 21,886 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 16,850 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 13,240 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 10,982 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 TSX is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TSX, 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 TSX registered?

YY03 TSX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is YY03 TSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY03 TSX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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