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MG ZR

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,994 cc

T16 AVUMOT history

T16 AVU is a black petrol MG ZR first used on 3 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 94,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2023
Mileage
94,640 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 AVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZR
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 AVU was last recorded at 94,640 miles on 2 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2022: 94,640 miles, lower than 147,330 miles on 8 Mar 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,330 miles · 8 Mar 2016
Average per year
2,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,640 miles
  • 2016 – 147,330 miles
  • 2015 – 141,514 miles
  • 2014 – 132,611 miles
  • 2013 – 120,564 miles
  • 2012 – 114,744 miles
  • 2011 – 108,014 miles
  • 2010 – 102,452 miles
  • 2009 – 92,175 miles
  • 2008 – 83,171 miles
  • 2007 – 56,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,640 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,640 miles (-52,690)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,640 miles
    Test number
    647308149138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,330 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    147,330 miles
    Test number
    719913509370
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt squeaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  3. Fail147,330 miles (+5,816)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,330 miles
    Test number
    167395320433
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt squeaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass141,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    141,514 miles
    Test number
    556197985067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail141,514 miles (+8,903)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,514 miles
    Test number
    908417085066
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass132,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,611 miles
    Test number
    527055664086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail132,611 miles (+12,047)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,611 miles
    Test number
    795315964047
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  8. Pass120,564 miles (+5,820)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    120,564 miles
    Test number
    796451603166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,744 miles (+6,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    114,744 miles
    Test number
    256911032252
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  10. Pass108,014 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    108,014 miles
    Test number
    795861151274
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  11. Fail108,014 miles (+5,562)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,014 miles
    Test number
    955180651219
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteEngine oil low
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  12. Pass102,452 miles (+10,277)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    102,452 miles
    Test number
    854180740227
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  13. Pass92,175 miles (+9,004)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    92,175 miles
    Test number
    733939139298
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass83,171 miles (+27,024)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    83,171 miles
    Test number
    502995248268
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass56,147 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,147 miles
    Test number
    793398347209
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T16 AVU

Does T16 AVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 AVU expired on 1 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 AVU?
The MOT on T16 AVU expired on 1 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 AVU done?
T16 AVU was recorded at 94,640 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2022, an average of 2,597 miles a year.
Has T16 AVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 AVU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on T16 AVU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jul 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T16 AVU find?
T16 AVU passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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