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P418 RWT

1996 MG Zr

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,769 mi
Last recorded57,769 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP418 RWT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 57,769 miles

ABS System fully removed.

Competition tyres fitted.

Different wheels and tyres fitted to rear for MOT purposes.

Drives and passenger front seats fixed in position.

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear fog light switch faulty.

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle converted for competition.

Fail 14 Dec 2022 57,769 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation. (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

ABS System fully removed.

Competition tyres fitted.

Drives and passenger front seats fixed in position.

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle converted for competition.

Pass 22 Dec 2020 57,769 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 57,769 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 34,514 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 34,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s and o/s sill protection covers fitted

petrol tank shield fitted

roll cage fitted no rear seats competition car

under floor covers fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2010 34,514 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

os ns rear wheel bearings worn

Pass 1 Mar 2010 34,514 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

os ns rear wheel bearings worn

Fail 26 Feb 2009

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2009
Pass 8 Nov 2007 34,514 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 34,514 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr?

Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
53,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,258
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,242
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,215
Stop lamp not working 16,145
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,953
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P418 RWT is a 1996 MG Zr in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a MG Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P418 RWT, 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 30 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P418 RWT registered?

P418 RWT is a 1996 MG Zr, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is P418 RWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P418 RWT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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