Official DVLA Record

2003 MG ZR 1.4L Petrol · AD03 HVM

AD03 HVM

2003 MG ZR (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2003. Recorded mileage 105,802 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
MG ZR
Year / Origin
2003 · Peterborough
MOT Status
Valid until 26/07/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
105,802 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/07/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2003
Engine
1396cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in July 2025. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement compared to the 2022 and 2023 records. While the car previously struggled with brake efficiency and tyre-related failures, the lack of any advisories or defects in the most recent test at 105,802 miles suggests that the previous owner addressed the immediate mechanical and consumable issues identified in prior years. At 23 years old, the recorded mileage of 105,802 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. The data indicates very consistent and low usage over the last three years, with only 1,086 miles covered between the July 2024 and 2025 tests. This pattern of long-term storage or low mileage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it also correlates with the degradation of rubber components and the onset of corrosion due to periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, as the July 2022 test flagged corrosion on both rear inner and outer sills. Although the car has passed since then, structural rust is a progressive condition that can hide beneath under trays. You should also inspect the steering rack for continued signs of fluid leakage, as seepage was noted in 2022, and check the suspension geometry. The history of inner-edge tyre wear in 2022 and 2023 indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to prevent premature tyre degradation.

AD03 HVM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2025
  • 105,802 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for MG MG ZR

Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

AD03 HVM Mileage History

  1. 28/07/2022103,375 mi
  2. 14/07/2023103,743 mi+368 mi
  3. 14/07/2023103,743 mi
  4. 23/07/2024104,716 mi+973 mi
  5. 25/07/2025105,802 mi+1,086 mi

Average of roughly 811 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AD03 HVM MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Zr (AD03 HVM) between July 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.

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