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A14 MGV

2001 MG Zr

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,498 mi
Last recorded62,498 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 MGV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 62,498 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 53,292 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner sill corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2023 53,286 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner sill excessively corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside side skirt not fully secured

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front damage to the bumper and the wing

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 53,054 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 52,194 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 52,010 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 51,872 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 51,602 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 50,749 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 49,556 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 47,747 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2014 47,747 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 46,551 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 45,200 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 43,748 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 42,935 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 41,535 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 41,535 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 40,390 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 37,139 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 32,295 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 27,156 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr?

Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
53,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,258
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,242
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,215
Stop lamp not working 16,145
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,953
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A14 MGV is a 2001 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 65,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 MGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zr typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A14 MGV registered?

A14 MGV is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is A14 MGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 MGV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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