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YC52 UTX

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

81,281 mi
Last recorded81,281 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC52 UTX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 81,281 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 81,281 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

wires damaged 2nd lamaba sensor

Pass 23 Sep 2013 73,002 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 73,002 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 69,502 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 60,963 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 54,178 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 54,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 40,962 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 40,960 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2008 33,449 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 31,009 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 28,648 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 28,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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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YC52 UTX is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YC52 UTX, 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 YC52 UTX registered?

YC52 UTX is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 14 November 2002.

Is YC52 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC52 UTX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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