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A1 HVW

2002 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,917 mi
Last recorded62,917 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 HVW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 62,917 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 61,671 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 60,623 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 59,608 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 57,945 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 56,447 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 56,431 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 54,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 53,498 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 51,890 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 50,436 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 48,836 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 47,327 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 47,327 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 44,559 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 42,491 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front wipers starting to split

n/s/r brake binding slightly not showing on brake test

Fail 4 Nov 2011 42,489 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front wipers starting to split

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/r brake binding slightly not showing on brake test

Pass 16 Nov 2010 38,584 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 38,584 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 34,099 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 29,330 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 23,991 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 20,546 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 16,842 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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A1 HVW is a 2002 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 61,756 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 A1 HVW, 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 24 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A1 HVW registered?

A1 HVW is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is A1 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 HVW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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