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VN51 DBZ

2001 MG Zr

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,093 mi
Last recorded105,093 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 DBZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 105,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jun 2014 105,022 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 90,493 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 May 2012 82,287 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 73,179 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 66,174 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 61,499 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 54,125 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 46,013 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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VN51 DBZ is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VN51 DBZ, 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 VN51 DBZ registered?

VN51 DBZ is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is VN51 DBZ safe to buy?

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