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BF51 BFZ

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,841 mi
Last recorded60,841 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 BFZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 60,841 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 55,802 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 50,339 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 44,803 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 44,803 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 43,072 miles

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

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

n/s front tyre has slight cracks in side walls.

Pass 10 Dec 2012 40,858 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 38,341 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 38,337 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 35,681 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 33,047 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 30,646 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 27,736 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 25,537 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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BF51 BFZ is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BF51 BFZ, 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 BF51 BFZ registered?

BF51 BFZ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is BF51 BFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 BFZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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