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VU52 FUF

2002 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,338 mi
Last recorded113,338 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2012
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 FUF
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2012 113,338 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 91,219 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 91,219 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 83,009 miles

Both side rear brake disc rusty/pitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both side front brake discs worn

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 74,270 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 64,435 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 19 Oct 2007 55,014 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 45,752 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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VU52 FUF is a 2002 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 64,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 FUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU52 FUF registered?

VU52 FUF is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is VU52 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 FUF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU52 FUF have outstanding finance?

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