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VK51 XSJ

2001 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 XSJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026
Pass 3 Jan 2025
Pass 17 Sep 2022
Pass 24 Sep 2021
Pass 26 Nov 2016 122,953 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 122,953 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 115,569 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 115,569 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 106,800 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 98,339 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2013 98,252 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Oil leak

engine management malfunction lamp illuminated on dash indicating a system fault

Pass 10 Nov 2012 89,169 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

lower gearbox mounting worn

s r s airbag warning lamp illuminated indicating a system fault.

Pass 14 Nov 2011 80,288 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 70,744 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 61,535 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 54,004 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 47,452 miles

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)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 41,616 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 36,195 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 XSJ is a 2001 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XSJ, 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 XSJ registered?

VK51 XSJ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is VK51 XSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK51 XSJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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