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VN02 DMF

2002 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2013
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,642 mi
Last recorded85,642 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN02 DMF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2013 85,642 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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)

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

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

Both wiper blades split.

EML light on

Engine noisy

Near-side washer jet aim poor.

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 81,074 miles

srs warning light indicating fault

Fail 6 Feb 2012 81,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

offside rear disc badly pitted

srs warning light indicating fault

Pass 8 Feb 2011 74,399 miles

front discs corroded on outer surfaces

o/s headlamp low

rear brake discs poor/corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2011 74,398 miles

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

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

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

front discs corroded on outer surfaces

o/s headlamp low

rear brake discs poor/corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2010 66,620 miles

offside rear brake disc in poor condition

Fail 8 Feb 2010 66,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear brake disc in poor condition

Pass 7 Feb 2009 61,117 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 55,545 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 55,228 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Apr 2007 49,010 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 49,010 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 46,794 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 46,734 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VN02 DMF is a 2002 MG Zr in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 61,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VN02 DMF, 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 24 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VN02 DMF registered?

VN02 DMF is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is VN02 DMF safe to buy?

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