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AY02 RVR

2002 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,729 mi
Last recorded129,729 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 RVR
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2014 129,729 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)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 119,675 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 110,608 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 103,521 miles

engine oil on minimum

Fail 12 Sep 2011 103,521 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine oil on minimum

Pass 27 Sep 2010 100,172 miles

exhaust fouling rear axle

oil leak on engine

Fail 27 Sep 2010 100,172 miles

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

exhaust fouling rear axle

oil leak on engine

Pass 30 Sep 2009 93,483 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 91,063 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 91,063 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 May 2007 88,783 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 85,930 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2005 66,928 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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AY02 RVR is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AY02 RVR, 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.

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What year was AY02 RVR registered?

AY02 RVR is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is AY02 RVR safe to buy?

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