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BG52 XZX

2002 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

80,060 mi
Last recorded80,060 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 XZX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 80,060 miles

Coolant leak

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 80,060 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 78,391 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 75,382 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

not all brake pipes visible

Pass 24 Sep 2012 62,193 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 62,191 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 52,689 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 52,689 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 45,956 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 45,956 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 44,110 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 44,110 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 39,008 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 33,017 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 27,058 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 27,058 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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BG52 XZX is a 2002 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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

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 BG52 XZX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG52 XZX registered?

BG52 XZX is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is BG52 XZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 XZX shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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