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RF02 OLG

2002 MG Zt

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

94,618 mi
Last recorded94,618 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 MG Zt70,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 OLG
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 94,618 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 94,554 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 87,017 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 87,017 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2015 79,819 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 71,110 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 71,110 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 31 Oct 2013 70,869 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

none standard exhaust fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2013 70,385 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 64,965 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 58,708 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 53,204 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 50,523 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 43,847 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine oil low

Pass 18 May 2007 34,146 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 27,864 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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RF02 OLG is a 2002 MG Zt in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RF02 OLG, 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.

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What year was RF02 OLG registered?

RF02 OLG is a 2002 MG Zt, first registered on 20 May 2002.

Is RF02 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 OLG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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