Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 reliable? We analysed 708 real MOT tests across 216 vehicles to find out.
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The Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, brake hose excessively deteriorated and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7.
Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 206 | 69.4% | 2,302 | 4,313 | 6,717 |
| 2005 | 238 | 68.5% | 2,258 | 3,393 | 6,956 |
| 2004 | 253 | 71.9% | 1,908 | 4,064 | 6,841 |
How Long Does a Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 Last?
Based on 216 Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 vehicles on UK roads.
Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.9% MOT pass rate from 253 tests
68.5% MOT pass rate from 238 tests
The best year to buy a used Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.9% across 253 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 THIS CAR | 69.9% | 708 | 4,053 mi | 22 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris Cross Excel HEV 4X4 Auto | 92.9% | 935 | 20,314 mi | — yrs |
| Renault Trafic LL30 Advance Blue DCI | 92.5% | 228 | 19,512 mi | — yrs |
| Vauxhall Corsa Club A/c Cdti | 78.6% | 1,037 | 112,834 mi | — yrs |
| Renault Trafic LL29 Sport Nav Engy DCI | 87.5% | 465 | 83,357 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris Cross Excel HEV 4X4 Auto (92.9% pass rate) and the Renault Trafic LL30 Advance Blue DCI (92.5% pass rate), the Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.9% across 708 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (34 recorded failures), brake hose excessively deteriorated (26), and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (25). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 owner drives around 775 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.