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SD52 DXK

2002 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

89,857 mi
Last recorded89,857 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD52 DXK
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 89,857 miles

Rear cannot clearly see inner brake pads to assess wear

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 89,857 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose track rod end to track arm lock nut loose (2.2.B.1d)

Rear cannot clearly see inner brake pads to assess wear

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 81,764 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 81,735 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 73,143 miles

sill trims fitted to vehicle obscuring full inspection

Fail 20 Oct 2014 73,143 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

sill trims fitted to vehicle obscuring full inspection

Pass 14 Oct 2013 63,844 miles

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 25 Oct 2012 60,861 miles

front floor areas starting to rust

Pass 14 Oct 2011 55,581 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 50,924 miles

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

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

rear discs worn

Fail 28 Oct 2010 50,924 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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

rear discs worn

Pass 17 Sep 2009 45,212 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 42,727 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 42,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

-n/s washer jet requires redirecting,both front wiper blades split slightly & smearing screen slightly,both rear tyres deteriorated,n/s/f tyre has slight cut in outer sidewall-

-n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy-

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 36,048 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 36,048 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 23,198 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 231,987 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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SD52 DXK is a 2002 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2002 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 64,950 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 ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SD52 DXK, 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 24 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SD52 DXK registered?

SD52 DXK is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is SD52 DXK safe to buy?

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