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BU51 OTM

2001 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,351 mi
Last recorded72,351 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Zt72,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 72,351 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box corroded (7.1.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 71,199 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 69,038 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 66,888 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 64,721 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 61,774 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 61,774 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 57,960 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 54,593 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 52,300 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 49,497 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 46,672 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 46,671 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 42,472 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 35,584 miles

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 OTM is a 2001 MG Zt in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OTM, 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

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What year was BU51 OTM registered?

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

Is BU51 OTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 OTM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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