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GL52 FXT

2002 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

153,141 mi
Last recorded153,141 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zt70,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 FXT
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 153,141 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 148,761 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 148,689 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 141,920 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 140,544 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 140,544 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 132,743 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 124,214 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 124,204 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 114,739 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 114,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2009 105,173 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 105,173 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 95,327 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 95,327 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 89,155 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 89,155 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 77,520 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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GL52 FXT is a 2002 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2002 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 70,051 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 Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL52 FXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL52 FXT registered?

GL52 FXT is a 2002 MG Zt, first registered on 16 December 2002.

Is GL52 FXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 FXT shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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