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YD52 CXS

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,001 mi
Last recorded93,001 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 CXS
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 93,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 89,856 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 86,370 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 83,576 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 80,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 78,854 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

steering rack gaiters damp

Pass 6 Sep 2018 103,322 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK AT RACK ENDS (2.1.5 (a))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair REAR BRAKES JUST PASSED (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 72,233 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 69,216 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 65,070 miles

Nearside Rear Cracked within tread

Fail 8 Sep 2015 65,070 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Cracked within tread

Pass 8 Sep 2014 60,775 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 57,484 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 54,020 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 50,342 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 50,342 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 46,826 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 43,270 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 40,116 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 36,522 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,774 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 24,414 miles

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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YD52 CXS is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YD52 CXS, 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.

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What year was YD52 CXS registered?

YD52 CXS is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is YD52 CXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD52 CXS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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