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VK51 CXP

2001 MG ZS

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,392 mi
Last recorded119,392 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 CXP
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2013 119,392 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 108,766 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2012 108,763 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 105,130 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 102,171 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 86,497 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 85,178 miles

front brake balance

nearside rear brake slightly binding

scratches to screen

Fail 2 Oct 2008 85,178 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake balance

nearside rear brake slightly binding

scratches to screen

Pass 30 Aug 2007 73,492 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 73,492 miles

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

NEEDS A 4-WAY ALIGNMENT.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

TAPPING NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE.

O/S/R TYRE IS BADLY PERRISHED.

Pass 21 Sep 2006 56,938 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 56,938 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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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VK51 CXP is a 2001 MG ZS in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,047 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 ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK51 CXP, 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 25 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 VK51 CXP registered?

VK51 CXP is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is VK51 CXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK51 CXP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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