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BF52 XMC

2002 MG ZS

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,838 mi
Last recorded73,838 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 XMC
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 73,838 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2013 73,835 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Fail 3 May 2012 65,697 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

srs light on

Pass 3 May 2012 65,697 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

srs light on

Pass 11 May 2011 61,392 miles

Front brake discs poor condition.

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

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Rear brake discs poor condition.

Pass 15 Feb 2010 53,514 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2010 53,514 miles

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

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 48,099 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 41,338 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 33,825 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 98,165 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 XMC is a 2002 MG ZS in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BF52 XMC, 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 BF52 XMC registered?

BF52 XMC is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is BF52 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF52 XMC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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