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AF53 RGX

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,072 mi
Last recorded80,072 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 RGX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 80,072 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 78,063 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 77,185 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 75,703 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 75,703 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 75,330 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 74,894 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 73,926 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 71,629 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 56,562 miles

Offside Rear Tyre in poor condition.

Pass 10 Sep 2016 35,148 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,080 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 22,107 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 20,518 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 18,756 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 18,756 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 16,551 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 14,499 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 12,128 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 9,850 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 7,827 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 5,589 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 RGX is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RGX, 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 AF53 RGX registered?

AF53 RGX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is AF53 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 RGX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF53 RGX have outstanding finance?

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