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VX52 ZDT

2002 MG Zr

Orange Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

107,751 mi
Last recorded107,751 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 ZDT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 107,751 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both sides (2.7.4)

oil leak

Fail 12 Oct 2015 107,701 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both sides (2.7.4)

oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2014 95,193 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2014 95,193 miles

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

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 86,003 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 75,140 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 75,137 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 63,067 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 63,059 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

fluctuation to front brake readings.

Pass 20 Nov 2010 54,977 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 44,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 44,301 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 32,192 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 ZDT is a 2002 MG Zr in Orange with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZDT, 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.

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What year was VX52 ZDT registered?

VX52 ZDT is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 10 September 2002.

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