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GJ51 CJX

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,274 mi
Last recorded47,274 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 CJX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 47,274 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 47,274 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 46,281 miles

coolant low

Pass 27 Aug 2015 43,971 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 43,971 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 41,751 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 41,751 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 40,180 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust rusty

Pass 13 Aug 2012 38,354 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 36,060 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 33,790 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 14 Aug 2009 30,564 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 27,306 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 25,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 25,394 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 21,742 miles

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

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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GJ51 CJX is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ51 CJX, 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.

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What year was GJ51 CJX registered?

GJ51 CJX is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is GJ51 CJX safe to buy?

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