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BX51 CTF

2001 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,739 mi
Last recorded39,739 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 CTF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 39,739 miles

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

advise offside rear wheel bearing slight noise

Fail 27 Oct 2016 39,738 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

advise offside rear wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 28 Oct 2015 33,707 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 28,340 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 28,340 miles

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 26,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 26,788 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 25,102 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both front brake discs corroded on inside and outside faces

Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,102 miles

both front brake discs corroded on inside and outside faces

Pass 7 Sep 2011 23,042 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 20,934 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 18,158 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 16,341 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 14,121 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 12,282 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 9,939 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 CTF is a 2001 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CTF, 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 CTF?

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What year was BX51 CTF registered?

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

Is BX51 CTF safe to buy?

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