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BX51 CTE

2001 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,362 mi
Last recorded108,362 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 CTE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 108,362 miles

Nearside Front Lower Slight play in ball joint.

Pass 12 Sep 2018 103,377 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 99,182 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 94,089 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 94,089 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Boot split (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Boot perished (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split rubbers (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Indicator Bulb showing white light (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split rubber (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 88,734 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 82,339 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 82,339 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 75,682 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 70,402 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 65,116 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 57,805 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 50,672 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 44,140 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 38,197 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 33,188 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 28,092 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 28,092 miles

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

nail in tyre

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 CTE is a 2001 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CTE, 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.

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What year was BX51 CTE registered?

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

Is BX51 CTE safe to buy?

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