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AR51 HZD

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,352 mi
Last recorded71,352 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 HZD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 71,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 71,352 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 54,858 miles

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Pass 1 Dec 2011 49,320 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 46,523 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 45,103 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 44,222 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 39,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls

front screen marked

Pass 18 Dec 2006 36,067 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 36,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

both front brake discs are worn

both rear tyres have cracked side walls

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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AR51 HZD is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AR51 HZD, 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 AR51 HZD registered?

AR51 HZD is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is AR51 HZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 HZD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AR51 HZD have outstanding finance?

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