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BK02 GJU

2002 MG ZS

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,709 mi
Last recorded74,709 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK02 GJU
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 May 2015 74,709 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2015 74,709 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 72,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 72,307 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2013 68,709 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 68,709 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 63,592 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 60,480 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 55,076 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 49,869 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 43,701 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 43,701 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 42,860 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 41,455 miles

cannot test both outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

slight free play in steering rack

Pass 6 Dec 2006 33,329 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 25,684 miles

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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BK02 GJU is a 2002 MG ZS in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK02 GJU, 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

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What year was BK02 GJU registered?

BK02 GJU is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 24 April 2002.

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