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CX51 XTR

2001 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,760 mi
Last recorded74,760 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 XTR
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2011 74,760 miles

Both front brake disc's worn

Long handbrake travel

Near side front brake disc warped

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 28 Oct 2011 74,760 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Both front brake disc's worn

Long handbrake travel

Near side front brake disc warped

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 69,295 miles

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

both cv boots cracking

exhaust generaly rusty.

front brake discs rusty

Pass 15 Sep 2009 65,679 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 65,652 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 58,557 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 50,147 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 47,223 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 43,719 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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CX51 XTR is a 2001 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CX51 XTR, 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 CX51 XTR?

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What year was CX51 XTR registered?

CX51 XTR is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is CX51 XTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX51 XTR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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