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GL51 HZT

2001 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,305 mi
Last recorded69,305 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 HZT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 69,305 miles

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

both rear tyres have lots of cuts in tread

Pass 7 Dec 2015 66,050 miles

Nearside Front slightly binding

Offside Front tyre has cut in tread

Fail 7 Dec 2015 66,050 miles

Nearside Front slightly binding

Offside Front tyre has cut in tread

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 62,875 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 56,086 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 25 Nov 2011 52,163 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre cut in tread

o/s/r tyre outer wall perished

Pass 13 Dec 2010 48,804 miles

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

Front tyres are worn on inner edges

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

O/S/R tyre has been run flat and has damaged tyre side wall

Pass 17 Dec 2009 45,597 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 41,128 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 36,566 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 32,001 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 28,304 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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GL51 HZT is a 2001 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GL51 HZT, 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 GL51 HZT?

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What year was GL51 HZT registered?

GL51 HZT is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is GL51 HZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 HZT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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