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BK52 FJF

2002 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

97,722 mi
Last recorded97,722 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 FJF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2014 97,722 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

exhaust leaking, sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2013 94,787 miles

headlight images poor, ns cv boot deteriorating, rear tyres cracking

Fail 9 Aug 2013 94,760 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

headlight images poor, ns cv boot deteriorating, rear tyres cracking

Pass 17 Sep 2012 91,807 miles

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

drivers seat runners play, osr side light dim, rear exhaust slight leak, osr tyre wall cuts,

Fail 15 Sep 2012 91,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

drivers seat runners play, osr side light dim, rear exhaust slight leak, osr tyre wall cuts,

Pass 27 Aug 2011 89,998 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 89,998 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 78,335 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 77,988 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Oct 2009 71,614 miles

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 71,614 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 67,610 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 53,249 miles

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre has cuts in inner side wall

Pass 8 Oct 2007 53,249 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre has cuts in inner side wall

Pass 6 Oct 2006 41,653 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BK52 FJF is a 2002 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK52 FJF, 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 BK52 FJF registered?

BK52 FJF is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 19 September 2002.

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