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LW52 FSJ

2002 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

149,361 mi
Last recorded149,361 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zt70,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 FSJ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 149,361 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 128,172 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 7 Dec 2013 107,058 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 107,058 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 91,864 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 76,469 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 66,818 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 55,957 miles

REAR DISCS WORN AND CORRODED

REAR EXHAUST VERY POOR CONDITION,BEING HELD UP BY WIRE

REAR SHOCKS LEAKING

Pass 4 Dec 2008 44,991 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 35,513 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2007 35,513 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Dec 2006 25,176 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 13,820 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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LW52 FSJ is a 2002 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 70,051 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LW52 FSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LW52 FSJ registered?

LW52 FSJ is a 2002 MG Zt, first registered on 11 December 2002.

Is LW52 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW52 FSJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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