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AD53 UGB

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,305 mi
Last recorded95,305 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 UGB
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 95,305 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 95,305 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 85,670 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 80,001 miles

front nearside wheel speed sensor ring cracked

power steering pipes slightly rusty

Pass 7 Dec 2011 74,890 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Sep 2010 68,581 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 62,354 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 55,400 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 55,400 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 42,520 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 42,520 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 30,282 miles

*very strong advise*!! †nearside front tyre 2mm!!!!

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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AD53 UGB is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AD53 UGB, 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.

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What year was AD53 UGB registered?

AD53 UGB is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is AD53 UGB safe to buy?

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