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HF51 YLZ

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,206 mi
Last recorded49,206 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 YLZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2015 49,206 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 48,641 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 46,920 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 44,763 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 42,403 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 40,051 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 39,900 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 35,516 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 30,634 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 25,883 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 20,690 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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HF51 YLZ is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HF51 YLZ, 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

How do I check the history of HF51 YLZ?

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What year was HF51 YLZ registered?

HF51 YLZ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 22 December 2001.

Is HF51 YLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 YLZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF51 YLZ have outstanding finance?

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