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MG52 CCC

2002 MG Zr+

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

61,297 mi
Last recorded61,297 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Zr+46,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG52 CCC
MakeMG
ModelZr+
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 61,297 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 61,273 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 60,243 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 59,168 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 57,772 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 55,427 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 55,426 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 53,852 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

Pass 25 Jun 2018 51,514 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 48,676 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 39,541 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 30,831 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 22,994 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr+?

Based on 2,257 MOT tests across 534 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
8,406
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
534
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 59
Stop lamp not working 53
Headlamp aim too low 53
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MG52 CCC is a 2002 MG Zr+ in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2002 MG Zr+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,187 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 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MG52 CCC, 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 24 years old, this MG Zr+ is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MG52 CCC registered?

MG52 CCC is a 2002 MG Zr+, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is MG52 CCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG52 CCC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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