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YY54 VLU

2004 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,061 mi
Last recorded117,061 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY54 VLU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 117,061 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 117,061 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 110,188 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 105,729 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 105,729 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 96,200 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 86,863 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 77,563 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 65,578 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 65,576 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 52,945 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 52,945 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 44,042 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 37,129 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 30,271 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 24,190 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)

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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YY54 VLU is a 2004 MG Zr in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YY54 VLU, 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 YY54 VLU registered?

YY54 VLU is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is YY54 VLU safe to buy?

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