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DU51 LNJ

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,862 mi
Last recorded17,862 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2007
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 LNJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Dec 2007 17,862 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 17,862 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 13,986 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 13,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 10,071 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 10,035 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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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DU51 LNJ is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DU51 LNJ, 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 DU51 LNJ?

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What year was DU51 LNJ registered?

DU51 LNJ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is DU51 LNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU51 LNJ shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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