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FG51 VXK

2001 MG ZS

Yellow Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

151,818 mi
Last recorded151,818 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 VXK
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 151,818 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 151,818 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 147,958 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 138,059 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 128,275 miles

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

rear discs corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2010 122,626 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 112,976 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 112,876 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 100,922 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 98,032 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 84,261 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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FG51 VXK is a 2001 MG ZS in Yellow with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG51 VXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG51 VXK?

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What year was FG51 VXK registered?

FG51 VXK is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is FG51 VXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 VXK 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.

Does FG51 VXK have outstanding finance?

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