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AY52 FCE

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,519 mi
Last recorded88,519 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 FCE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 88,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 88,519 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 77,897 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 77,897 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 65,384 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 65,384 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 48,432 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 47,223 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 46,639 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 45,761 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 43,865 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Oct 2017 43,071 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 40,839 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 38,036 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 34,391 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 31,916 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 29,753 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 27,816 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 25,941 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 23,242 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 20,839 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 17,311 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 13,877 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 10,872 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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AY52 FCE is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AY52 FCE, 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 AY52 FCE registered?

AY52 FCE is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is AY52 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 FCE shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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