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YB52 HWK

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,152 mi
Last recorded59,152 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB52 HWK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 59,152 miles

drivers seat wont tilt but secure in position

n/s/r tyre light cracking in tread

Fail 24 Apr 2014 59,151 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers seat wont tilt but secure in position

Pass 4 Jan 2013 51,896 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 44,998 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 42,660 miles

nearside front abs sensor ring broken

Pass 10 Apr 2008 37,246 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 37,212 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 30,859 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 11,416 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 11,416 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

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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YB52 HWK is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YB52 HWK, 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 YB52 HWK registered?

YB52 HWK is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 18 December 2002.

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