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AX02 RCU

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,559 mi
Last recorded135,559 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX02 RCU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 135,559 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 135,559 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 128,552 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 128,552 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 119,641 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 109,514 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracking on edges of tread close to limit

Pass 14 Jul 2011 105,735 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 93,676 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 69,521 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 43,659 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 43,659 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

N/S/F tyre getting low on outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2007 34,974 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 34,974 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2006 24,405 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 24,176 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front 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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AX02 RCU is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX02 RCU, 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 AX02 RCU registered?

AX02 RCU is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is AX02 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX02 RCU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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