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BX02 VUV

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,469 mi
Last recorded74,469 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 74,469 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 70,189 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 68,651 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 68,437 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 62,279 miles

Both front seats do not tilt forward

Both front seats, base upholstery insecure

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

Slight misting around nearside front steering rack gaitor

Fail 8 Feb 2011 62,267 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Both front seats do not tilt forward

Both front seats, base upholstery insecure

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

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

Slight misting around nearside front steering rack gaitor

Slight pitting and scoring to both front brake discs

Pass 19 Nov 2009 55,424 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 55,424 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 47,754 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 33,521 miles

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

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

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 VUV is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BX02 VUV, 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 BX02 VUV registered?

BX02 VUV is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 14 August 2002.

Is BX02 VUV safe to buy?

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