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DY51 MPF

2001 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,124 mi
Last recorded118,124 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 MPF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2024 118,124 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 110,219 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 109,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 106,384 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

rear inner sills

Pass 11 Jan 2019 98,839 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 93,349 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight corrosion to inner sills

Pass 30 Dec 2016 84,117 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

play in os rack end

Pass 7 Jan 2016 73,738 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 58,436 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 48,423 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 38,623 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 37,010 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 35,504 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 33,207 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 30,173 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 26,350 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 21,886 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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DY51 MPF is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY51 MPF, 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 DY51 MPF?

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What year was DY51 MPF registered?

DY51 MPF is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is DY51 MPF safe to buy?

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