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NG52 JZU

2002 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

32,944 mi
Last recorded32,944 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Zt70,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG52 JZU
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 32,944 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 32,899 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 32,785 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 32,320 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 32,110 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 31,722 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 31,487 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 30,848 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 30,848 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 30,784 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 30,783 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 30,740 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 30,738 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 30,737 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 30,614 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 30,600 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 30,566 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 30,141 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,933 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 29,789 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 29,373 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 28,054 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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NG52 JZU is a 2002 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 NG52 JZU, 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 NG52 JZU registered?

NG52 JZU is a 2002 MG Zt, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is NG52 JZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG52 JZU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NG52 JZU have outstanding finance?

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