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YY03 YXK

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,877 mi
Last recorded35,877 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 YXK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 35,877 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 35,866 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 35,801 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 35,693 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 35,600 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 35,392 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 35,366 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 35,044 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 35,044 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 34,536 miles

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

slight cracks all 4 tyres

Pass 27 Sep 2016 33,437 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 32,619 miles

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

slight cracks both front tyres

Pass 26 Sep 2014 32,030 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 31,971 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 31,632 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 31,544 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 31,081 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 31,081 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 30,114 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 28,578 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 24,179 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 24,179 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 21,586 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 20,106 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 YXK is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 YXK, 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 YXK registered?

YY03 YXK is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is YY03 YXK safe to buy?

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