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BJ52 PSU

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,716 mi
Last recorded94,716 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2013 94,716 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 86,224 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 86,224 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

battery insecure

Pass 20 Dec 2010 77,024 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 67,450 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 65,608 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 59,632 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 50,063 miles

Nearside washer poor, adequate liquid from offside washer to clear screen.

Pass 24 Nov 2006 49,803 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 49,784 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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 PSU is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PSU, 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 PSU registered?

BJ52 PSU is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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