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AX51 DLZ

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

106,063 mi
Last recorded106,063 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 DLZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 May 2019 106,063 miles

Emissions not tested not tested due to eml light flashing has a missfire and no coolant (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction flashing (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section has a hole and has been welded in the past (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective cat flexi is deteriorated and hanger is broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 98,644 miles

front tyres cracking

o/s/f fog lens cracked

Fail 29 May 2018 98,639 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

front tyres cracking

o/s/f fog lens cracked

Pass 23 Nov 2016 98,185 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 95,118 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 92,074 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 88,771 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 88,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 85,908 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 82,168 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 76,473 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 69,826 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 63,194 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 58,643 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 48,167 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 37,606 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 37,606 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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AX51 DLZ is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AX51 DLZ, 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.

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What year was AX51 DLZ registered?

AX51 DLZ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 29 November 2001.

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