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VK51 FXA

2001 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

142,335 mi
Last recorded142,335 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 FXA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 142,335 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 142,335 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 128,137 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 115,371 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust rusty

Pass 9 Jul 2012 115,371 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust rusty

Pass 11 Jul 2011 100,749 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 7 Jul 2011 100,749 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 8 Jul 2010 86,951 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 73,940 miles

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

srs light on

Pass 14 Nov 2007 60,824 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Oct 2006 51,360 miles

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

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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VK51 FXA is a 2001 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VK51 FXA, 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

How do I check the history of VK51 FXA?

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What year was VK51 FXA registered?

VK51 FXA is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is VK51 FXA safe to buy?

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