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BV02 XPK

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,161 mi
Last recorded106,161 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 XPK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 106,161 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 103,698 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 103,698 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 98,265 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

i)Rear wiper blade worn out.ii)MIL lamp illuminated.iii)Engine oil level low.

Fail 21 Jul 2010 98,265 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

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

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

i)Rear wiper blade worn out.ii)MIL lamp illuminated.iii)Engine oil level low.

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2009 80,000 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 79,024 miles

vehicle has oil leaks around the engine

Fail 11 May 2009 79,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

vehicle has oil leaks around the engine

Pass 21 Apr 2008 66,265 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 57,382 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 43,955 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 43,955 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 32,636 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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BV02 XPK is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BV02 XPK, 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 BV02 XPK registered?

BV02 XPK is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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