CarVerify

Free Car Check

YB51 YSM

2002 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,906 mi
Last recorded113,906 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB51 YSM
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2015 113,906 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 107,235 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 103,725 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 97,639 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 90,417 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 82,777 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2009

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2009
Pass 3 Jan 2008 63,105 miles

Oil leak

slight stain on rear number plate

Fail 3 Jan 2008 63,105 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

slight stain on rear number plate

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 57,435 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 53,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Fail 19 Dec 2005 53,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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
Full MG Zr reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YB51 YSM is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YB51 YSM, 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

How do I check the history of YB51 YSM?

You can check the full history of YB51 YSM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YB51 YSM registered?

YB51 YSM is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is YB51 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB51 YSM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB51 YSM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YB51 YSM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.