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BU51 ODH

2001 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

139,397 mi
Last recorded139,397 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 ODH
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 139,397 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 139,060 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 120,049 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 120,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 106,259 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 106,255 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

o/s front brake do not lock on test

Pass 12 Oct 2010 102,803 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 102,803 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 96,309 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 89,015 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 89,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 79,893 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 70,467 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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BU51 ODH is a 2001 MG ZS in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2001 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,047 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 ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 ODH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 ODH registered?

BU51 ODH is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is BU51 ODH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 ODH shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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