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WU02 XTG

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,314 mi
Last recorded41,314 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2011
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 XTG
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2011 41,314 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 41,313 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery insecure

all brake discs very rusty

Pass 29 Oct 2009 39,083 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 39,065 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 23 Oct 2008 35,868 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 35,868 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 35,533 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 27,970 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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WU02 XTG is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 WU02 XTG, 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 WU02 XTG registered?

WU02 XTG is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is WU02 XTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 XTG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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