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YF51 PYV

2002 MG Zr

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,826 mi
Last recorded96,826 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF51 PYV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 96,826 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 89,410 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 84,828 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 77,720 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 76,646 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 May 2010 71,144 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 71,133 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

oil level below min on dipstick

slight oil leak on engine and possibly from turbo

Pass 1 Jul 2008 66,148 miles

Air bag lamp stays on

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 58,757 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 46,133 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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YF51 PYV is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YF51 PYV, 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 YF51 PYV registered?

YF51 PYV is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 8 January 2002.

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