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AJ51 BOF

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,716 mi
Last recorded41,716 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 BOF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 41,716 miles

track control arm inner bushes are worn, off side front to rear brake pipe is corroded, rear exhaust box heatshield is insecure, near side front brake disc is damaged and off side is worn

Fail 2 May 2015 41,716 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

track control arm inner bushes are worn, off side front to rear brake pipe is corroded, rear exhaust box heatshield is insecure, near side front brake disc is damaged and off side is worn

Pass 23 Oct 2013 25,744 miles

side sills have plastic skirts fitted restricting inspection

Pass 26 Oct 2012 22,030 miles

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,269 miles

plastic side skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 20 Oct 2010 14,977 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 11,256 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 11,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 7,615 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 3,966 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 33,235 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 33,235 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2005 29,157 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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AJ51 BOF is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AJ51 BOF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ51 BOF registered?

AJ51 BOF is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is AJ51 BOF safe to buy?

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