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GV51 FNL

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,739 mi
Last recorded83,739 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 FNL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 83,739 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2017 83,739 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 78,989 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 78,989 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 75,239 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 72,055 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 68,561 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 68,561 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 62,842 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 62,831 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 55,279 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 52,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2009 47,417 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 43,325 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 37,465 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 36,542 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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GV51 FNL is a 2001 MG Zr in Red 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 GV51 FNL, 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 GV51 FNL registered?

GV51 FNL is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is GV51 FNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 FNL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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