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VN02 BNU

2002 MG Z

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,501 mi
Last recorded77,501 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 2002 MG Z52,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN02 BNU
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2008 77,501 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 66,188 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 64,741 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 53,437 miles

How Reliable is the MG Z?

Based on 651 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
7,842
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Stop lamp not working 18
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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VN02 BNU is a 2002 MG Z in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 MG Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 52,088 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN02 BNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Z typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this MG Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN02 BNU registered?

VN02 BNU is a 2002 MG Z, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is VN02 BNU safe to buy?

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