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WG02 VBC

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,623 mi
Last recorded60,623 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG02 VBC
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2014 60,623 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Sep 2014 60,583 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2013 54,390 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 50,085 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 50,085 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 47,700 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 45,417 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 42,505 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 39,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

handbrake travel high

Pass 11 Oct 2007 34,888 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 29,785 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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WG02 VBC is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WG02 VBC, 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 WG02 VBC registered?

WG02 VBC is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 29 July 2002.

Is WG02 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG02 VBC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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