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YY53 LBX

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,932 mi
Last recorded82,932 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY53 LBX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 82,932 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 76,011 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2015 76,007 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 9 May 2014 69,490 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2014 69,490 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 61,853 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 11 May 2013 61,853 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2012 56,082 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 49,826 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2010 44,224 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 38,723 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 32,289 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 29,268 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 24,924 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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YY53 LBX is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue 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 LBX, 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 LBX registered?

YY53 LBX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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