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AC03 ABZ

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,722 mi
Last recorded80,722 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 ABZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 80,722 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 78,994 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 76,446 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 73,831 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 71,487 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 71,472 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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 18 Sep 2012 63,592 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 57,214 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 57,214 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 51,743 miles

driver seat tilt inop

offside headlight image to offside but mask fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2009 46,333 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 38,739 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,761 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 31,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 18 Sep 2006 20,490 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 20,490 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AC03 ABZ is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AC03 ABZ, 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 AC03 ABZ registered?

AC03 ABZ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AC03 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 ABZ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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