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BC51 NSJ

2001 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,460 mi
Last recorded107,460 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC51 NSJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 107,460 miles

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

n/s and o/s/r inner sills corroded.

rear coil springs corroded.

sill covers fitted.

Pass 17 May 2017 95,705 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)

coolant below minimum.

rear coil springs corroded.

sill covers fitted.

Pass 19 May 2016 83,294 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 83,257 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2015 77,924 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2015 77,924 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2014 75,713 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 71,875 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 67,371 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 61,750 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 57,009 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 51,493 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 44,788 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 38,728 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s front tyre wearing low on inner edge

rear wiper blade starting to split

Pass 27 Oct 2006 32,521 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 28,172 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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BC51 NSJ is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BC51 NSJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BC51 NSJ registered?

BC51 NSJ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 26 October 2001.

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