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YY53 HHG

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,750 mi
Last recorded48,750 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY53 HHG
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,750 miles

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

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

coil spring corroded all of them (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 48,750 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported near flexi pipe (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coil spring corroded all of them (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 40,972 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 34,016 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 29,508 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 26,196 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 20,968 miles

Drivers seat does not tilt forward to allow access to rear seat

Front wiper blades split but still clear screen

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,231 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 15,231 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 13,269 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 13,296 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2008 11,752 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 10,031 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 7,850 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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YY53 HHG is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YY53 HHG, 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 YY53 HHG registered?

YY53 HHG is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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