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AY02 UFE

2002 MG Zt

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

112,035 mi
Last recorded112,035 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 MG Zt70,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 UFE
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2016 112,035 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 111,836 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

engine management lamp on

strong smell of fuel engine area

Fail 1 Jun 2016 111,759 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outers sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

engine has intermittent erratic idle

engine management warning lamp on

Pass 17 Apr 2015 104,775 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 104,775 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

n/s front wipper blade worn

Pass 22 Mar 2014 96,036 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 96,036 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 89,310 miles

nearside front tyre outer wall slight cut

Pass 7 Jan 2012 83,749 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 83,688 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 78,318 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 78,309 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 73,343 miles

outer shield on back box exhaust corroded

Pass 9 May 2009 72,621 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 66,073 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 60,334 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jul 2005 45,436 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 45,410 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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AY02 UFE is a 2002 MG Zt in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2002 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 70,051 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 Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY02 UFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AY02 UFE is a 2002 MG Zt, first registered on 10 May 2002.

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