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SB51 XYV

2001 MG Zr+ Td

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

115,751 mi
Last recorded115,751 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB51 XYV
MakeMG
ModelZr+ Td
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2018 115,751 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested due to insecure offside rear brake drum and broken wheel cylinder (1.2.1 (g))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users front to rear fuel pipes at rear leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing corroded, has sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing corroded, has sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake drum fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake drum insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 104,261 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Sep 2017 104,261 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Sep 2016 99,125 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Sep 2016 99,125 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Sep 2015 95,031 miles

all tyres have slight splitting through tread area

Pass 23 Sep 2014 91,108 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 86,490 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 81,519 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 75,671 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 73,624 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 73,624 miles

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

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 66,387 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 58,903 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 53,594 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 46,643 miles

Two front tyres worn on outer edge.

Fail 28 Dec 2006 46,403 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 39,645 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr+ Td?

Based on 456 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
7,470
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 8
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
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SB51 XYV is a 2001 MG Zr+ Td in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

The most common reason a MG Zr+ Td fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB51 XYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zr+ Td typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 25 years old, this MG Zr+ Td is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SB51 XYV is a 2001 MG Zr+ Td, first registered on 27 December 2001.

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