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WK52 DZR

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

102,580 mi
Last recorded102,580 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK52 DZR
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 102,580 miles

Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

general corrosion

Pass 1 Aug 2014 91,597 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2014 91,596 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 85,706 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

rear tyres perishing

Pass 2 Aug 2012 80,670 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 80,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 75,897 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 75,798 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 67,449 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 67,449 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 60,605 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 54,942 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Inner Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

offside front tyre cut,no cords visable

Pass 16 Jun 2008 54,942 miles

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

Nearside Inner Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

offside front tyre cut,no cords visable

Pass 22 Jun 2007 50,513 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 50,511 miles

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 46,440 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to crack on side walls.

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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WK52 DZR is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 WK52 DZR, 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 WK52 DZR registered?

WK52 DZR is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 5 September 2002.

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