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AE52 HLX

2002 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,010 mi
Last recorded81,010 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 HLX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2014 81,010 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 81,010 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 75,929 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 75,929 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 72,965 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 72,676 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 3 Aug 2011 69,962 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 7 Aug 2010 66,444 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 57,899 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 49,783 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 44,896 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 39,018 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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AE52 HLX is a 2002 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE52 HLX, 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 AE52 HLX registered?

AE52 HLX is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is AE52 HLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 HLX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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