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BU51 OSK

2001 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,709 mi
Last recorded36,709 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 MG Zt72,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 OSK
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 36,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm- cracking (5.2.3 (e))

nearside front anti roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Nov 2019 32,765 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 31 May 2018 32,719 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 32,647 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 32,423 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 32,213 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f tyre sidewall slight damaged

Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,953 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 31,670 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 31,665 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 31,518 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 30,584 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 30,584 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 30,249 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 29,677 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 29,677 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 29,095 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 29,095 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 27,406 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 25,370 miles

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO WHERE OUT OF SHAPE...

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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BU51 OSK is a 2001 MG Zt in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 72,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 OSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 OSK?

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What year was BU51 OSK registered?

BU51 OSK is a 2001 MG Zt, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is BU51 OSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 OSK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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