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BD02 ZJV

2002 MG ZS

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,782 mi
Last recorded105,782 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 ZJV
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2015 105,782 miles

Advanced corrosion and slight blow on exhaust centre section

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 102,476 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 90,827 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 90,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

battery insecure.

Pass 9 Feb 2012 77,151 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 77,151 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)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 66,878 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 52,319 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 37,451 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 32,093 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 32,093 miles

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

'scratching' noise from steering column when turning steering wheel

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 25,535 miles

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

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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BD02 ZJV is a 2002 MG ZS in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD02 ZJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD02 ZJV registered?

BD02 ZJV is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is BD02 ZJV safe to buy?

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