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VE52 EXN

2002 MG ZS

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,887 mi
Last recorded154,887 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 EXN
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 154,887 miles

front tyres badly worn on edges

some brake pipes coated with grease

Pass 13 Jun 2015 137,615 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 29 May 2014 124,292 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 29 May 2014 124,292 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Jun 2013 107,075 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

nik in nearside front tyre side wall

Fail 13 Jun 2013 107,075 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Gearbox mounting defective

nik in nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 13 Jun 2012 88,673 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 81,684 miles

all suspension seems stiff

rear exhauts hiting antroll bar

Pass 23 Sep 2010 68,770 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 68,756 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 57,906 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 49,667 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 43,215 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 40,208 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 32,399 miles

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

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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VE52 EXN is a 2002 MG ZS in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE52 EXN, 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 VE52 EXN registered?

VE52 EXN is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is VE52 EXN safe to buy?

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