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OV51 TXT

2001 MG ZS

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,486 mi
Last recorded108,486 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 TXT
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 108,486 miles

Nearside Rear Door handle Broken

Fail 14 Jan 2017 108,387 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor to Sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Door handle Broken

Pass 18 Jan 2016 104,370 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 104,536 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front ABS ring broken

Offside Front brake disc corroded

Nearside Front brake disc corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc corroded

Offside Rear brake disc heavily corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2013 93,551 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 93,557 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 88,323 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 Oct 2012 88,323 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 82,726 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 75,979 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 69,768 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 64,134 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 57,905 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 50,397 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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OV51 TXT is a 2001 MG ZS in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV51 TXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV51 TXT registered?

OV51 TXT is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is OV51 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 TXT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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