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HD51 DXW

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

95,433 mi
Last recorded95,433 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD51 DXW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2012 95,433 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 95,393 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 86,412 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 86,412 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 78,864 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

ecu light on

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Nov 2010 78,864 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

ecu light on

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Nov 2009 68,169 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 68,165 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

both front tyres wearing on innr edge

both rear tryes staring to mishape very slightly

Pass 29 Nov 2008 58,121 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2007 48,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 48,832 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 38,453 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 38,453 miles

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

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

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

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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HD51 DXW is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 HD51 DXW, 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 HD51 DXW registered?

HD51 DXW is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is HD51 DXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD51 DXW shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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