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BT02 YSE

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,965 mi
Last recorded95,965 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 YSE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 95,965 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

emissions too lean to register

engine misfire

n/s/r tyre inner wall deteriated

o/s/f abs sensor mounting missing sensor secure time of test

oil leak

Fail 14 Apr 2016 95,965 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

emissions too lean to register

engine misfire

n/s/r tyre inner wall deteriated

o/s/f abs sensor mounting missing sensor secure time of test

oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2013 96,849 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 89,156 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2012 89,113 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 63,043 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 53,996 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 53,980 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 45,517 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 38,119 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 38,119 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 28,036 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 24,176 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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BT02 YSE is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BT02 YSE, 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 BT02 YSE registered?

BT02 YSE is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is BT02 YSE safe to buy?

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