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VX52 XJD

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

146,442 mi
Last recorded146,442 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 XJD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 146,442 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 145,911 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 144,546 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 142,864 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 141,965 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear seats stowed away

Pass 23 Apr 2019 141,342 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 141,073 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 139,053 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 137,442 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 135,713 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 135,713 miles

Front Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 51,312 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 45,018 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

o/s/f seat will not tilt forward

Pass 27 Feb 2013 34,719 miles

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

heat shield loose on downpipe

Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,155 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 9 Aug 2010 25,117 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 21,919 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 18,646 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 14,901 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 12,166 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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VX52 XJD is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 VX52 XJD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX52 XJD registered?

VX52 XJD is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is VX52 XJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX52 XJD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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