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MK51 ZHF

2001 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,544 mi
Last recorded138,544 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 MG Zt72,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 ZHF
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2014 138,544 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 138,543 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 132,643 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 124,844 miles

exhaust corroded

front tyres worn on the edge

Pass 16 Dec 2010 115,687 miles

discs worn / corroded

pads low

Fail 16 Dec 2010 115,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

discs worn / corroded

pads low

Pass 22 Dec 2009 106,144 miles

exhaust corroded

front n/s tyre low tread

Pass 29 Dec 2008 94,392 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 94,392 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 89,279 miles

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

advise all round brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2006 82,214 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

rear brakes inner and outer pads seated on edge of chair disks are solid and i think should be vented hence pads seated on edge of chair. rear break efort excelant an look safe (costomer has been running it an had no problems)

Fail 8 Sep 2006 38,161 miles

Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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MK51 ZHF is a 2001 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK51 ZHF, 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

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What year was MK51 ZHF registered?

MK51 ZHF is a 2001 MG Zt, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is MK51 ZHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 ZHF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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