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VX02 OSM

2002 MG ZS

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,400 mi
Last recorded82,400 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 OSM
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 82,400 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 75,619 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 75,619 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 70,741 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 70,741 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 66,289 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 62,735 miles

BAFFELS LOOSE IN MIDDLE SECTION

EXHAUST FRONT PIPE FLEXY JOINT SPLIT(OUTER)

GEOMETRY CHECK

NSF TYRE WORN 1.6MM

NSR SEATBELT NOT CHECKED DUE TO CHILD SEAT FITTED

RADIATOR STARTING TO CORRODE

SCREW IN OSR TYRE

Fail 27 Feb 2012 62,735 miles

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

BAFFELS LOOSE IN MIDDLE SECTION

EXHAUST FRONT PIPE FLEXY JOINT SPLIT(OUTER)

GEOMETRY CHECK

NSF TYRE WORN 1.6MM

NSR SEATBELT NOT CHECKED DUE TO CHILD SEAT FITTED

RADIATOR STARTING TO CORRODE

SCREW IN OSR TYRE

Pass 23 Feb 2011 58,480 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 23 Feb 2011 58,480 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 23 Feb 2010 54,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres low & rear tyres cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2009 50,953 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 45,537 miles

osr nsr sidewalls cracking

Pass 14 Feb 2007 39,110 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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VX02 OSM is a 2002 MG ZS in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VX02 OSM, 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

How do I check the history of VX02 OSM?

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What year was VX02 OSM registered?

VX02 OSM is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is VX02 OSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX02 OSM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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