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BX51 CKU

2001 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,104 mi
Last recorded96,104 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 CKU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 96,104 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 89,964 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 85,489 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 82,254 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 79,079 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 75,261 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 72,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front discs corroded inner face

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

hand brake has travell

o/s/ steering arm slight play

sillcovers fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2010 72,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front discs corroded inner face

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

hand brake has travell

o/s/ steering arm slight play

sillcovers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2009 68,133 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 64,332 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 55,326 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 46,255 miles

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

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 CKU is a 2001 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CKU, 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

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What year was BX51 CKU registered?

BX51 CKU is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is BX51 CKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 CKU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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