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BD02 ZDM

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,334 mi
Last recorded42,334 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 ZDM
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 42,334 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)

nearside rear tyre sidewall perished, advise

Pass 2 Mar 2013 29,844 miles

Both rear tyres tread perishing, no chord visable at time of test.

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,742 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 23,367 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 21,082 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

coolant level below minimum

Pass 28 May 2009 18,565 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 15,640 miles

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

rear wiper blade split

small cut in nsf tyre sidewall (not showing cords)

Pass 23 May 2007 13,205 miles

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

n/s/front tyre small cut in sidewall

no plate,s slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 May 2006 10,372 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 10,372 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BD02 ZDM is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BD02 ZDM, 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 BD02 ZDM registered?

BD02 ZDM is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is BD02 ZDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 ZDM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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