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AF53 RCO

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,392 mi
Last recorded48,392 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 RCO
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 48,392 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 48,374 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Other suspension components corroded

Rear wiper torn

fuel tank straps corroded

steering rack damp

Pass 7 Sep 2021 47,107 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Body component slightly loose sill cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 46,205 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 45,398 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 43,113 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 42,957 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 39,917 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 35,830 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 28,528 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 26,491 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 23,114 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 18,620 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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AF53 RCO is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AF53 RCO, 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 AF53 RCO registered?

AF53 RCO is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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