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MG51 RPT

2001 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,113 mi
Last recorded44,113 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Zt72,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG51 RPT
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 44,113 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 43,328 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 40,511 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 37,175 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 34,464 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 32,960 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 32,895 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 32,696 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 32,477 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 31,753 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 31,007 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 29,787 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 28,808 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 27,947 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 25,966 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 25,966 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 24,296 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 22,904 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 21,128 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 18,108 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 15,376 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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MG51 RPT is a 2001 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 72,799 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 MG51 RPT, 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 25 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MG51 RPT?

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What year was MG51 RPT registered?

MG51 RPT is a 2001 MG Zt, first registered on 13 October 2001.

Is MG51 RPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG51 RPT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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