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BX51 BTE

2001 MG Zr

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

129,440 mi
Last recorded129,440 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 BTE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 129,440 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 124,705 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 120,278 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 115,424 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 110,472 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 104,573 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 99,063 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 93,237 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 93,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 86,984 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 81,210 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 75,311 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 68,831 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 53,594 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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BX51 BTE is a 2001 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 65,342 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 BX51 BTE, 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 25 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BX51 BTE?

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What year was BX51 BTE registered?

BX51 BTE is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is BX51 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 BTE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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