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BX02 OHJ

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

55,277 mi
Last recorded55,277 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX02 OHJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 55,277 miles

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

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

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 20 May 2011 51,053 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 51,051 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

brake fluid residue around resevoir but no leak found

engine managment warning light is on indicating a fault

Fail 17 May 2011 51,050 miles

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

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)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

brake fluid residue around resevoir but no leak found

engine managment warning light is on indicating a fault

Pass 26 Apr 2010 46,680 miles

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

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

fluid arounf brake fluid filler unit

nearside rear tyre cracking and perishing

Pass 29 Apr 2009 43,037 miles

front brake pads starting to wear low

Fail 20 Apr 2009 42,912 miles

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

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)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 2 Apr 2008 38,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 32,042 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 32,042 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 21,323 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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BX02 OHJ is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BX02 OHJ, 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.

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What year was BX02 OHJ registered?

BX02 OHJ is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 12 March 2002.

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