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CK51 SMX

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,075 mi
Last recorded129,075 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK51 SMX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2013 129,075 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)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 129,060 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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 18 Jan 2012 116,109 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 103,326 miles

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

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 17 Jan 2011 103,325 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

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

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 9 Jan 2010 93,156 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 84,793 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 80,598 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 57,116 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 50,967 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 43,426 miles

Offside Rear 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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CK51 SMX is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CK51 SMX, 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 CK51 SMX registered?

CK51 SMX is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is CK51 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK51 SMX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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