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BU51 JDX

2002 MG Zr

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 JDX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025
Pass 21 Jun 2024
Pass 22 Jun 2022 44,325 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 42,937 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 42,560 miles
Pass 16 May 2018
Pass 18 May 2017
Pass 12 May 2016
Fail 12 May 2016

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 39,723 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 39,723 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 39,773 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 23,402 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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BU51 JDX is a 2002 MG Zr in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 BU51 JDX, 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 BU51 JDX?

You can check the full history of BU51 JDX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU51 JDX registered?

BU51 JDX is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is BU51 JDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 JDX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU51 JDX have outstanding finance?

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