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BJ51 YPH

2001 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

111,928 mi
Last recorded111,928 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 YPH
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 111,928 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 111,920 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 108,891 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 107,070 miles

Engine covers and or under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 104,912 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 102,970 miles

Front washer pump very weak

Nearside Front abs pickup ring corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2019 100,172 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 97,320 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 90,076 miles

EML light on

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jul 2016 83,906 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 83,810 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 79,892 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 76,977 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 71,017 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 66,910 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pedal anti slip slightly worn

Pass 5 Jul 2011 60,811 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

SRS light on

Pass 14 Jul 2010 54,944 miles

SRS light on

wear to brake pedal rubber

Fail 14 Jul 2010 54,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

SRS light on

wear to brake pedal rubber

Pass 26 Feb 2009 50,230 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 50,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 43,620 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 43,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

front tyres worn low on inside edge

rear tyres perished

Pass 23 Jan 2007 35,970 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 26,409 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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BJ51 YPH is a 2001 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 65,342 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 BJ51 YPH, 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 25 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BJ51 YPH is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 31 October 2001.

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