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YE02 GZL

2002 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,994 mi
Last recorded74,994 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE02 GZL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2013 74,994 miles

front c.v boots slightly deteriorated-wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated-brake pipes surface rust-rear axle bushes slightly deteriorated-

Pass 25 Jun 2012 61,776 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 61,776 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 56,322 miles

both rear tyres perishing

drivers seat will not tilt foreward

Pass 19 May 2010 49,788 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 43,259 miles

drivers seat will not tilt

Fail 14 May 2009 43,259 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

drivers seat will not tilt

Pass 29 Apr 2008 39,154 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 33,520 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2006 29,217 miles

heat shield loose on frontpipe

nail in tyre

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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YE02 GZL is a 2002 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE02 GZL, 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 YE02 GZL registered?

YE02 GZL is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is YE02 GZL safe to buy?

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