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MG ZR

Yellow · Petrol · 2004 · 1,396 cc

Y3 LXWMOT history

Y3 LXW is a yellow petrol MG ZR first used on 20 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 77,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,398 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 LXW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZR
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 LXW was last recorded at 77,398 miles on 18 Apr 2026, 2,197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,201 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,197 miles
Average per year
3,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,398 miles
  • 2024 – 75,201 miles
  • 2023 – 72,379 miles
  • 2022 – 71,581 miles
  • 2021 – 68,483 miles
  • 2020 – 61,676 miles
  • 2019 – 56,676 miles
  • 2018 – 52,949 miles
  • 2017 – 48,470 miles
  • 2016 – 44,930 miles
  • 2015 – 41,480 miles
  • 2014 – 36,586 miles
  • 2013 – 32,363 miles
  • 2012 – 27,862 miles
  • 2011 – 22,171 miles
  • 2010 – 18,127 miles
  • 2009 – 13,778 miles
  • 2008 – 9,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,398 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Dampness on steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,398 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,398 miles
    Test number
    123231460945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,201 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    238559683391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,379 miles (+798)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    247320812461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,581 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,581 miles
    Test number
    899216282494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,483 miles (+6,807)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,483 miles
    Test number
    943321551014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,676 miles (+5,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,676 miles
    Test number
    312357168792
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass56,676 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,676 miles
    Test number
    762823303073
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail56,676 miles (+3,727)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,676 miles
    Test number
    656346305374
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass52,949 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,949 miles
    Test number
    668885268382
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDampness on steering rack.

  10. Fail52,949 miles (+4,479)2 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,949 miles
    Test number
    371798760969
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb loose (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDampness on steering rack.

  11. Pass48,470 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,470 miles
    Test number
    961156057103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryDampness on steering rack.
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner tyre wall in poor condition.

  12. Fail48,470 miles (+3,540)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,470 miles
    Test number
    530522994827
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryDampness on steering rack.
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner tyre wall in poor condition.

  13. Pass44,930 miles (+3,450)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,930 miles
    Test number
    943436045701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass41,480 miles (+4,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,480 miles
    Test number
    948769815281
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail36,586 miles2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,586 miles
    Test number
    569252514270
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.
    • NoteSome play in handbrake lever.

  16. Pass36,586 miles (+4,223)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,586 miles
    Test number
    748962714286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.
    • NoteSome play in handbrake lever.

  17. Pass32,363 miles (+4,501)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    32,363 miles
    Test number
    707888613293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,862 miles (+5,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,862 miles
    Test number
    579170922240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass22,171 miles (+4,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    22,171 miles
    Test number
    865698711245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  20. Pass18,127 miles (+1,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    18,127 miles
    Test number
    424586120226
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass16,742 miles (+2,964)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,742 miles
    Test number
    594199260098
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have edge wear
    • NoteFront pads getting low

  22. Pass13,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    13,778 miles
    Test number
    431404489056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail13,778 miles (+3,980)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,778 miles
    Test number
    941074589083
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass9,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    9,798 miles
    Test number
    252290558084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 LXW

Does Y3 LXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 LXW is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 LXW?
The MOT on Y3 LXW is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 LXW done?
Y3 LXW was recorded at 77,398 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2026, an average of 3,722 miles a year.
Has Y3 LXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 LXW has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on Y3 LXW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y3 LXW find?
Y3 LXW passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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