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WA52 EKR

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,056 mi
Last recorded81,056 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA52 EKR
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2013 81,056 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2012 77,286 miles

back engine mounting has slight play in rubber bush

Pass 15 Apr 2011 71,404 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 71,404 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2010 64,960 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

vehicle has had a repair to o/s sill area

Pass 31 Mar 2010 64,960 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

vehicle has had a repair to o/s sill area

Pass 17 Mar 2009 58,973 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 46,098 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 46,087 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 45,467 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 40,414 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 35,918 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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WA52 EKR is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WA52 EKR, 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 WA52 EKR registered?

WA52 EKR is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is WA52 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA52 EKR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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