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SH51 YLE

2002 MG Zr+

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,786 mi
Last recorded70,786 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2008
Typical for 2002 MG Zr+46,187 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 YLE
MakeMG
ModelZr+
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2008 70,786 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2008 70,770 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2007 60,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 60,497 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 60,488 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 47,084 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 47,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 19 May 2005 35,511 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr+?

Based on 2,257 MOT tests across 534 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
8,406
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
534
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 59
Stop lamp not working 53
Headlamp aim too low 53
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SH51 YLE is a 2002 MG Zr+ in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 MG Zr+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,187 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 Zr+ fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH51 YLE, 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 24 years old, this MG Zr+ is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SH51 YLE registered?

SH51 YLE is a 2002 MG Zr+, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is SH51 YLE safe to buy?

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