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KS51 YJG

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

100,766 mi
Last recorded100,766 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 YJG
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2012 100,766 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 100,766 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 87,595 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 87,595 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 77,637 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 69,388 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 69,388 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 60,137 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 51,752 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 12 Jun 2006 43,108 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 43,108 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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KS51 YJG 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 KS51 YJG, 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 KS51 YJG?

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What year was KS51 YJG registered?

KS51 YJG is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is KS51 YJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 YJG 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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