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Y426 HVX

2001 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

130,988 mi
Last recorded130,988 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY426 HVX
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 130,988 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 128,818 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 126,662 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 121,763 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 118,697 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 115,191 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 110,464 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 110,464 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 103,378 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 96,741 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 96,736 miles

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

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

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)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 85,171 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front brake discs slight pitted

both rear brake discs pitted

Pass 1 Aug 2011 85,171 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front brake discs slight pitted

both rear brake discs pitted

Pass 14 Jul 2009 68,599 miles

damage to o/s windscreen outside wiper sweep area

Pass 8 Nov 2007 44,958 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 44,958 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 34,098 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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Y426 HVX is a 2001 MG ZS in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y426 HVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y426 HVX registered?

Y426 HVX is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y426 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y426 HVX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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