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AY52 XRM

2002 MG ZS

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

130,927 mi
Last recorded130,927 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 XRM
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 130,927 miles

all suspension components l/r/c

both front brake discs corroded

both rear brake pipes corroded

nail o/s/r tyre

o/s/r brake disc corroded

oil leak

Pass 21 May 2016 118,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

coolant leak

oil leak

Fail 17 May 2016 118,652 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

coolant leak

oil leak

Pass 20 May 2015 109,346 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrision to underside of vehicle

Fail 15 May 2015 109,204 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrision to underside of vehicle

Pass 15 May 2014 101,589 miles

front pipe/catalist hanging bracket broken

Fail 8 May 2014 101,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front pipe/catalist hanging bracket broken

Pass 11 May 2013 90,573 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 May 2013 90,431 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 84,894 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 84,894 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 78,829 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 687,996 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 56,030 miles

heatshield on exhaust insecure

rear brakes uneven

windscreen washers require attention

Pass 8 Mar 2008 40,272 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 40,272 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 29,836 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 22,318 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 22,318 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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AY52 XRM is a 2002 MG ZS in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2002 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 64,950 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 ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY52 XRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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AY52 XRM is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 29 October 2002.

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