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BF52 GBX

2002 MG ZS

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

150,641 mi
Last recorded150,641 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 GBX
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 27 May 2016 150,641 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust broken at flexi joint . (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail box entry pipe insecure and blowing (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper split (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floortpan (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area . (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area . (2.4.A.3)

REAR SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED OR SEAT BACK S DUE TO CARPET < (load )

d/s and p/s lower sill covers fitted

Offside Front Steering component damaged but serviceable power steering belt . (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 140,520 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

headlights mistey

Fail 21 Jan 2015 139,802 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

headlights mistey

Pass 11 Jul 2013 127,292 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 127,284 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 126,590 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 103,406 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 103,238 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 88,933 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 77,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 77,048 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 49,912 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 38,715 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 31,484 miles

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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BF52 GBX is a 2002 MG ZS in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 BF52 GBX, 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.

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What year was BF52 GBX registered?

BF52 GBX is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 15 October 2002.

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