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SW51 HWM

2002 MG Zt+

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

71,053 mi
Last recorded71,053 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2009
Typical for 2002 MG Zt+58,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW51 HWM
MakeMG
ModelZt+
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2009 71,053 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 64,617 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 64,617 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 58,054 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 58,054 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2006 50,584 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2006 50,584 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the MG Zt+?

Based on 1,010 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
8,174
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 95
Registration plate lamp not working 55
brake disc excessively pitted 38
Brake pipe excessively corroded 35
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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SW51 HWM is a 2002 MG Zt+ in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 MG Zt+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 58,713 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 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW51 HWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW51 HWM?

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What year was SW51 HWM registered?

SW51 HWM is a 2002 MG Zt+, first registered on 7 January 2002.

Is SW51 HWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW51 HWM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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