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BF52 ZSK

2002 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

85,052 mi
Last recorded85,052 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 ZSK
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 85,052 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 84,936 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 84,610 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 84,532 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 84,326 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 83,941 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 83,721 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 82,040 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 81,532 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 80,084 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 79,268 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 71,995 miles

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

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

S R S LIGHT ON DASH

SLIGFT DAMAGE TO O/S/R WHEEL RIM

Pass 14 Dec 2010 65,974 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 58,883 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 52,010 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 45,042 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 37,145 miles

wet day / plastic coverd sills

Fail 9 Dec 2006 37,145 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wet day / plastic coverd sills

Pass 16 Dec 2005 25,439 miles

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

plastic skirts on sills

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 ZSK is a 2002 MG ZS in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 ZSK, 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

How do I check the history of BF52 ZSK?

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What year was BF52 ZSK registered?

BF52 ZSK is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is BF52 ZSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF52 ZSK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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