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VK51 XSL

2001 MG Zr+

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,983 mi
Last recorded52,983 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2009
Typical for 2001 MG Zr+54,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 XSL
MakeMG
ModelZr+
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2009 52,983 miles

Oil leak

coolant leak from head gasket

n/s/f fog light out also inscure

water pump leaking

Fail 8 Jan 2009 52,937 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Oil leak

coolant leak from head gasket

n/s/f fog light out also inscure

water pump leaking

Pass 3 Dec 2007 45,487 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 40,780 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 34,154 miles

o/s/f a.b.s reluctor ring broken on outer c.v joint

How Reliable is the MG Zr+?

Based on 2,257 MOT tests across 534 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
8,406
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
534
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 59
Stop lamp not working 53
Headlamp aim too low 53
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VK51 XSL is a 2001 MG Zr+ in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 MG Zr+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 54,026 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 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK51 XSL, 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 XSL registered?

VK51 XSL is a 2001 MG Zr+, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is VK51 XSL safe to buy?

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