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VK51 FYB

2001 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,994 mi
Last recorded97,994 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 FYB
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 97,994 miles

N/S/R tyre cracking.

Fail 4 Aug 2015 97,994 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

N/S/R tyre cracking.

Pass 5 Aug 2014 90,971 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 86,623 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre slight tears

Fail 9 Aug 2013 86,605 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre slight tears

Pass 13 Aug 2012 80,580 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 Aug 2012

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2011 75,445 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 70,862 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 66,740 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 60,639 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 49,594 miles

advise wheel alignment check

front tyres worn

signs of oil in coolant

Pass 26 Aug 2006 42,775 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 32,068 miles

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 FYB is a 2001 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FYB, 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 VK51 FYB registered?

VK51 FYB is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 25 September 2001.

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