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BF02 XNB

2002 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

118,656 mi
Last recorded118,656 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 XNB
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 118,656 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2014 118,656 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 113,832 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 113,829 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 107,160 miles

n/s + o/s front wheel arches becoming corroded

n/s front seat back not releasing

Fail 28 Aug 2012 107,160 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

n/s + o/s front wheel arches becoming corroded

n/s front seat back not releasing

Pass 5 Jul 2011 106,091 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 96,582 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 89,010 miles

Brake anti slip slight worn smooth

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

Fail 3 Jun 2009 89,010 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake anti slip slight worn smooth

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

Fail 7 Jun 2008 78,824 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 78,824 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 66,529 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 51,588 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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BF02 XNB is a 2002 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF02 XNB, 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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BF02 XNB is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 23 May 2002.

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