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VE51 GGO

2001 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

89,618 mi
Last recorded89,618 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 GGO
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 89,618 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 89,618 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 87,870 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Mar 2018 86,450 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 14 Mar 2017 84,727 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 83,572 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 81,974 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 81,840 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 70,268 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 60,417 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 49,329 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 48,456 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 48,456 miles

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 45,315 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 40,205 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 31,867 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 31,867 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nail in tyre

How Reliable is the MG Zr?

Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
53,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,258
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,242
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,215
Stop lamp not working 16,145
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,953
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VE51 GGO is a 2001 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 65,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE51 GGO, 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 25 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE51 GGO registered?

VE51 GGO is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is VE51 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE51 GGO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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