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OV52 SJO

2002 MG Zt

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

103,571 mi
Last recorded103,571 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zt70,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 SJO
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 103,571 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 May 2013 103,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 96,726 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 94,417 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 94,417 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 88,625 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 88,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

METAL BRAKE PIPES LIGHTLY CORRODED

REAR EXHAUST BOX OUTER SKIN RUSTING

Pass 29 Apr 2009 85,826 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 77,938 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 73,161 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 73,161 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2006 66,083 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2005 59,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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OV52 SJO is a 2002 MG Zt in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 OV52 SJO, 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 OV52 SJO registered?

OV52 SJO is a 2002 MG Zt, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is OV52 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 SJO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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