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WF51 EVT

2001 MG ZS

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,498 mi
Last recorded106,498 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 EVT
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 106,498 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 106,493 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear brakes have some drag

Pass 26 Jun 2014 102,382 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 102,382 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front discs in poor condition on inner faces. Front pads getting low

Noise from gearbox

Pass 18 Jun 2013

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 94,719 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 90,239 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

slight binding offside front brake

Pass 27 May 2010 84,332 miles

Front disc inner faces

Front tyres worn inner edges.

Fail 18 May 2010 84,330 miles

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front disc inner faces

Front tyres worn inner edges.

Pass 29 Jun 2009 78,328 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 73,447 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 66,465 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 66,465 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 58,319 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 49,953 miles

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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WF51 EVT is a 2001 MG ZS in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,047 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 WF51 EVT, 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 25 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 WF51 EVT registered?

WF51 EVT is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is WF51 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 EVT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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