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FY51 WEV

2001 MG Zr+

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,926 mi
Last recorded116,926 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2009
Typical for 2001 MG Zr+54,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 WEV
MakeMG
ModelZr+
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2009 116,926 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 116,926 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 105,370 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes worn

front tyres worn low 205-45-17

Fail 1 Feb 2008 105,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brakes worn

front tyres worn low 205-45-17

How Reliable is the MG Zr+?

Based on 2,257 MOT tests across 534 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
8,406
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
534
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 59
Stop lamp not working 53
Headlamp aim too low 53
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FY51 WEV is a 2001 MG Zr+ in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 MG Zr+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 54,026 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 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY51 WEV, 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 FY51 WEV registered?

FY51 WEV is a 2001 MG Zr+, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is FY51 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 WEV shows 4 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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