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AV51 VPJ

2001 MG Zr

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,709 mi
Last recorded169,709 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 VPJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2011 169,709 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 153,094 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 153,094 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 135,467 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 119,646 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 107,306 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 90,441 miles

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

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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AV51 VPJ is a 2001 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV51 VPJ, 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 AV51 VPJ registered?

AV51 VPJ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is AV51 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 VPJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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