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BN02 VTX

2002 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,256 mi
Last recorded54,256 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 VTX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 54,256 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 52,029 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 52,028 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2013 50,733 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2012 49,533 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 49,533 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 48,096 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 48,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

n/s/f screen cracked outside of swept area

under body of vehicle is heavily coated with sealant making some items impossible to inspect

Pass 16 Aug 2010 46,909 miles

under body of vehicle is heavily coated with underseal/wax making the checking of some components for corrosion etc impossible

Pass 31 Jul 2009 43,761 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 39,278 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 39,278 miles

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 32,368 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 26,047 miles

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

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

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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BN02 VTX is a 2002 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,796cc 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 BN02 VTX, 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

How do I check the history of BN02 VTX?

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What year was BN02 VTX registered?

BN02 VTX is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is BN02 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 VTX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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