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GF51 SWJ

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,770 mi
Last recorded64,770 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 SWJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 64,770 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 61,185 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 61,183 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 58,275 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 54,547 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 50,327 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 46,027 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 41,679 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 36,251 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 31,590 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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GF51 SWJ is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GF51 SWJ, 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 GF51 SWJ?

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What year was GF51 SWJ registered?

GF51 SWJ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is GF51 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 SWJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF51 SWJ have outstanding finance?

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