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GF51 XEP

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,443 mi
Last recorded59,443 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 59,443 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 53,187 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 51,155 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

both wipers slight splits

Fail 4 Aug 2014 51,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Spare tyre defective

both wipers slight splits

Pass 13 Aug 2013 48,728 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 48,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 47,685 miles

both front brakes slightly binding

Pass 24 Aug 2011 46,491 miles

all four brakes slightly binding

offside front tyre aged and cracked

Fail 24 Aug 2011 46,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

all four brakes slightly binding

offside front tyre aged and cracked

Pass 25 Aug 2010 45,520 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 45,520 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 44,457 miles

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

plastic trims covering outer sills

power steering belt perishing

Pass 26 Aug 2008 41,931 miles

plastic trims covering outer sills

power steering belt perished

Pass 18 Aug 2007 37,489 miles

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

power steering belt perished

Pass 19 Aug 2006 27,336 miles

positive battery terminal corroded

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 XEP is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XEP, 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 XEP?

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What year was GF51 XEP registered?

GF51 XEP is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is GF51 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 XEP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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