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AF53 RGZ

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

99,349 mi
Last recorded99,349 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 RGZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2012 99,349 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 99,085 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 95,738 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside drivers seat back does not roll forwaed

Fail 29 Oct 2010 95,684 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)

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

offside front seat back will not fold forward

Pass 11 Sep 2009 80,636 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 80,636 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 80,598 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)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 69,374 miles

engine managment light on

Pass 6 Sep 2007 54,260 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 44,542 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 44,542 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r tyre has a cut in sicewall not deep enough to reach cords

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 RGZ is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RGZ, 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 RGZ registered?

AF53 RGZ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AF53 RGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 RGZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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