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YY04 LFJ

2004 MG Zr

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,641 mi
Last recorded87,641 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY04 LFJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 87,641 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 83,577 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 77,931 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 71,825 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 64,811 miles

Offside rear wheel slightly buckled

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 56,102 miles

both rear tyres on there inner edges, also o/s/r has 2 screws init

Pass 17 Jun 2010 46,858 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre inner tread close to limits

nearside rear wheel inner slightly buckled

offside front brakepad look low

offside front wheels binding on slightly

Fail 18 Jun 2009 39,095 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/F Brake has slight bind.

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 39,095 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

O/S/F Brake has slight bind.

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 32,782 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 17 Jun 2008 32,782 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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 30 May 2007 25,330 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 25,330 miles

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

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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YY04 LFJ is a 2004 MG Zr in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 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 YY04 LFJ, 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 22 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 YY04 LFJ registered?

YY04 LFJ is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 11 June 2004.

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The MOT history for YY04 LFJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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