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FL51 ZXC

2001 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

115,604 mi
Last recorded115,604 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 ZXC
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 115,604 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear wiper blade split

Fail 19 Dec 2014 115,604 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

rear wiper blade split

Fail 24 Sep 2011 96,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 96,993 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 96,756 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 96,756 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 91,592 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 91,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Fail 26 Sep 2009 85,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 85,593 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 81,378 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 76,728 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 71,687 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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FL51 ZXC is a 2001 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FL51 ZXC, 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 FL51 ZXC registered?

FL51 ZXC is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is FL51 ZXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 ZXC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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