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BJ52 LFX

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,306 mi
Last recorded88,306 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 LFX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 88,306 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 83,163 miles

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

both rear tyres have perishing cracks

the exhaust pipe front pipe has been repaired but has a slight gas leak

Fail 29 May 2013 83,163 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both rear tyres have perishing cracks

the exhaust pipe front pipe has been repaired but has a slight gas leak

Pass 24 May 2012 80,092 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2012 80,092 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 76,431 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 76,431 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 69,655 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 65,706 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 62,609 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 60,414 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 53,282 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 53,282 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 37,118 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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BJ52 LFX is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BJ52 LFX, 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 BJ52 LFX registered?

BJ52 LFX is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 26 November 2002.

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