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BF52 YFL

2002 MG Zr

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

126,663 mi
Last recorded126,663 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 YFL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 126,663 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 125,363 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 123,858 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 122,466 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 122,465 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 121,071 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 119,771 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 118,400 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 103,163 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 103,163 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Fail 6 Nov 2006 75,236 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 75,236 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 47,891 miles

advise handbrake travel high

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BF52 YFL is a 2002 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BF52 YFL, 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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What year was BF52 YFL registered?

BF52 YFL is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is BF52 YFL safe to buy?

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