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GY51 ZKA

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

72,506 mi
Last recorded72,506 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY51 ZKA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2015 72,506 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

fuel tank support bolts corroding

Pass 19 May 2014 71,303 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 69,119 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 67,158 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 61,359 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 61,359 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 May 2008 55,544 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 44,442 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 44,442 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 33,841 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 33,841 miles

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

nearside steering rack gaitor damp

rear number plate slightly discoloured

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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GY51 ZKA is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GY51 ZKA, 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 GY51 ZKA registered?

GY51 ZKA is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is GY51 ZKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY51 ZKA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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