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SL02 VPU

2002 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2016
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,451 mi
Last recorded97,451 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 VPU
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 97,451 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 97,443 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 89,471 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 80,351 miles

All Front & Rear Brake Hose Ferrules Corroded

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

O/S Front Brake Binding Slightly

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jul 2013 80,330 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

All Front & Rear Brake Hose Ferrules Corroded

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

O/S Front Brake Binding Slightly

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front Tyres Deteriorated

Pass 5 Jul 2012 74,004 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 74,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 73,594 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 71,883 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 71,558 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 69,114 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 64,057 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 58,053 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 53,150 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 47,880 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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SL02 VPU is a 2002 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 SL02 VPU, 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 SL02 VPU registered?

SL02 VPU is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is SL02 VPU safe to buy?

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