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WN52 SDO

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,761 mi
Last recorded45,761 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN52 SDO
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 45,761 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 45,761 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 43,466 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 43,463 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 41,518 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 38,952 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 38,952 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 35,849 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 35,849 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 31,963 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2010 27,951 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHING/AGE CRACKS

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 21,337 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2009 21,337 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 17,251 miles

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

front wiper blades worn

rear washers not washing

Pass 28 Apr 2007 12,955 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 9,130 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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WN52 SDO is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 WN52 SDO, 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 WN52 SDO registered?

WN52 SDO is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is WN52 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN52 SDO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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