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VX02 OTC

2002 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,287 mi
Last recorded48,287 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 MG ZS64,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 OTC
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 48,287 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 48,287 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 47,393 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged sensor ring split (3.4.2)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2018 47,374 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged sensor ring split (3.4.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 45,457 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 43,435 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Crack in ring (3.4.2)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2016 43,435 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Crack in ring (3.4.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 40,517 miles

Heavy rust to Nsf floor

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 37,562 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 35,087 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 31,724 miles

Nsf floor by jacking point rusty

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 29,332 miles

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

very slight play in steering rack o/s

Pass 18 Feb 2010 27,357 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 24,995 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 24,995 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 22,895 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 20,326 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 17,247 miles

plastic covers on outer sills

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 OTC is a 2002 MG ZS in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OTC, 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 VX02 OTC registered?

VX02 OTC is a 2002 MG ZS, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VX02 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX02 OTC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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