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RA51 DHV

2001 MG ZS

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,368 mi
Last recorded103,368 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 DHV
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 103,368 miles

nearside and offside front floor areas showing signs of corrosion but not holed at time of test

Fail 5 Apr 2016 103,368 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside and offside front floor areas showing signs of corrosion but not holed at time of test

Pass 9 Apr 2015 99,456 miles

nearside and offside front floor areas corroded but not holed at time of test

Pass 7 Apr 2014 96,248 miles

plastic sill covers fitted not alowing full inspection of outer sills

underbody showing its age with corrosion in places on floor area but not holed at time of test.

Pass 13 Mar 2013 91,952 miles

plastic sill covers fitted not alowing full inspection of outer sills

Pass 13 Apr 2012 87,099 miles

Oil leak

water leak

Pass 6 Apr 2011 74,287 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 69,920 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Mar 2010 69,920 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Mar 2009 64,610 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 60,123 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 60,123 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 54,218 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 50,657 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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RA51 DHV is a 2001 MG ZS in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RA51 DHV, 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

How do I check the history of RA51 DHV?

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What year was RA51 DHV registered?

RA51 DHV is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is RA51 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 DHV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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