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BU52 EZE

2002 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

80,293 mi
Last recorded80,293 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 EZE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2014 80,293 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 80,293 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 72,581 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 60,514 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 54,785 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 54,726 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 48,895 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 36,410 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

unable to fully asses outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2007 29,745 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

unable to fully asses outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,355 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 18,643 miles

Suspension is at its lowest point at rest therefore cannot test shocks by bouncing on corners. Front driving lights have jagged adjusters on them possible cause injury.

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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BU52 EZE is a 2002 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BU52 EZE, 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

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What year was BU52 EZE registered?

BU52 EZE is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is BU52 EZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 EZE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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