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YF02 DZL

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,282 mi
Last recorded87,282 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF02 DZL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2013 87,282 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 87,282 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 81,451 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 75,151 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 68,851 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 62,543 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 62,543 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 56,538 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 49,019 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 35,521 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 35,521 miles

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

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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YF02 DZL is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YF02 DZL, 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 YF02 DZL?

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What year was YF02 DZL registered?

YF02 DZL is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is YF02 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF02 DZL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF02 DZL have outstanding finance?

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