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Y696 LYA

2001 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

86,157 mi
Last recorded86,157 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY696 LYA
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 86,157 miles

all brake discs rusty

Pass 19 Sep 2017 78,472 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 75,148 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 72,051 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 68,886 miles

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

all tyres nearing legal limit worn on edge

Pass 25 Sep 2014 68,886 miles

all tyres nearing legal limit worn on edge

Pass 4 Oct 2013 67,460 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 64,786 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 60,595 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 30 Sep 2010 57,998 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 57,984 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2009 55,272 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 55,272 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 51,128 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 43,657 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 38,567 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2005 33,174 miles

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

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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Y696 LYA 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 82.4%.

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 Y696 LYA, 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 Y696 LYA registered?

Y696 LYA is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y696 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y696 LYA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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