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BX51 CTV

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,197 mi
Last recorded62,197 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 CTV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2011 62,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front grille missing

Fail 17 Aug 2011 62,197 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front grille missing

Fail 27 Aug 2010 56,746 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 56,746 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 52,904 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 49,334 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 49,334 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 41,051 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 37,686 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 CTV is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CTV, 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 CTV registered?

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

Is BX51 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 CTV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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