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WF02 VHM

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,985 mi
Last recorded81,985 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF02 VHM
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 81,985 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 81,984 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 77,351 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2013 77,351 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 71,332 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 71,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Engine oil and coolant levels are low.

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

Sill covers fitted at time of test.

Pass 1 Jun 2010 68,428 miles

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)

Pass 15 May 2009 59,356 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 51,789 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 42,461 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 32,143 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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WF02 VHM is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 WF02 VHM, 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 WF02 VHM registered?

WF02 VHM is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 16 May 2002.

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