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BK02 UTE

2002 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,563 mi
Last recorded46,563 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK02 UTE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 46,563 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine oil and coolant topped up prior to attempted emission test .

Engine rattle / noise

Front brake pads worn low

Front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

Handbrake travel becoming excessive

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

O/S/R Tyre split on side wall and between tread

Fail 2 Dec 2013 46,563 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine oil and coolant topped up prior to attempted emission test .

Engine rattle / noise

Front brake pads worn low

Front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

Handbrake travel becoming excessive

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

O/S/R Tyre split on side wall and between tread

Pass 23 Nov 2012 40,084 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

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

brake fluid level becoming low

front brake discsbecoming worn and lipped

front brake pads becoming worn

handbrake travel excessive

wheel centre caps fitted - retainers not checked

Fail 19 Nov 2012 40,015 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

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

brake fluid level becoming low

front brake discsbecoming worn and lipped

front brake pads becoming worn

handbrake travel excessive

wheel centre caps fitted - retainers not checked

Pass 22 Oct 2011 32,744 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 30,182 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 27,629 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 26,763 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 24,764 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 24,751 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 22,357 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 22,357 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 15,949 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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BK02 UTE is a 2002 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BK02 UTE, 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.

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What year was BK02 UTE registered?

BK02 UTE is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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The MOT history for BK02 UTE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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