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WR52 CYJ

2002 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,573 mi
Last recorded71,573 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR52 CYJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 71,573 miles

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

different size tyres front to rear

Pass 30 Apr 2014 67,052 miles

both front seat cushions insecure

Fail 30 Apr 2014 67,050 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

both front seat cushions insecure

Pass 14 May 2013 59,898 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 52,506 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust slight corrosion

Fail 11 May 2012 52,506 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust slight corrosion

Pass 20 May 2011 47,452 miles

Rear bumper insecure

ns wiper blade split

rear silencer supported by wire not rubber hangers

Fail 20 May 2011 47,452 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear bumper insecure

ns wiper blade split

rear silencer supported by wire not rubber hangers

Pass 23 Nov 2010 47,395 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 43,368 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Nov 2008 38,809 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 33,946 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 33,946 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 28,618 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2005 21,819 miles

nearside front tyre BALD outside edge

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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WR52 CYJ is a 2002 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WR52 CYJ, 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 WR52 CYJ registered?

WR52 CYJ is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is WR52 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR52 CYJ 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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