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YY53 VMX

2003 MG Zr+ Td

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

102,108 mi
Last recorded102,108 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2008
Typical for 2003 MG Zr+ Td55,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY53 VMX
MakeMG
ModelZr+ Td
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2008 102,108 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 102,108 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 88,879 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 69,821 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 69,821 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG Zr+ Td?

Based on 456 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
7,470
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 8
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
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YY53 VMX is a 2003 MG Zr+ Td in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 MG Zr+ Td models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 55,672 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+ Td fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY53 VMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zr+ Td typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zr+ Td is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YY53 VMX registered?

YY53 VMX is a 2003 MG Zr+ Td, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is YY53 VMX safe to buy?

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