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DG51 WBD

2001 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

86,127 mi
Last recorded86,127 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 WBD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2011 86,127 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 9 Dec 2011 86,126 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 86,105 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 81,783 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2010 81,730 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device insecure (3.1.4b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 8 Aug 2009 77,327 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight movement on handbrake lever

Pass 8 Aug 2009 77,327 miles

slight movement on handbrake lever

Fail 26 Sep 2008 63,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 63,071 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 53,387 miles

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

fog lamp switch sticky in operation

n/s headlamp pattern not as clear as o/s

Pass 2 Oct 2006 48,001 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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DG51 WBD is a 2001 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 DG51 WBD, 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 DG51 WBD registered?

DG51 WBD is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is DG51 WBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 WBD shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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