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GU51 XUE

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,405 mi
Last recorded92,405 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 XUE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 92,405 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 92,405 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 89,161 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 89,107 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 87,171 miles

Advise rear tyres perished

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 81,054 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 81,054 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 71,736 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn

Cover sills fitted

Fluffing and fraying to offside front seat belt

Nearside c/v gaitor perishing/cracking

Nearside front and offside front seat tilt mechanisms require attention

Oil leaks

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age and wear

Stone damage to treads

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 71,736 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Stone damage to treads

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn

Cover sills fitted

Fluffing and fraying to offside front seat belt

Nearside c/v gaitor perishing/cracking

Nearside front and offside front seat tilt mechanisms require attention

Oil leaks

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age and wear

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 60,964 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

both front seat back releases n/w, but able to gain access to rear seat belts

Fail 5 Aug 2011 60,955 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

both front seat back releases n/w, but able to gain access to rear seat belts

handbrake release buttons sticks

Pass 23 Aug 2010 56,700 miles

Centre exhaust rear flange is in poor condition.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2010 56,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Centre exhaust rear flange is in poor condition.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 50,638 miles

handbrake travel needs attention

Pass 30 Aug 2008 44,426 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 39,276 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 35,536 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 29,862 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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GU51 XUE is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU51 XUE, 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

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What year was GU51 XUE registered?

GU51 XUE is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is GU51 XUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 XUE shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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