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YH52 VPF

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,786 mi
Last recorded120,786 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH52 VPF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 May 2012 120,786 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

advise engine poor running

Pass 29 May 2012 120,786 miles

advise engine poor running

Pass 4 Nov 2010 110,453 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 110,453 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Oil leak

brake pedal rubber worn

clutch biting point very low

engine management lamp on

exhaust heat shield insecure

handbrake lever slightly insecure

offside rear tyre several cuts on outer sidewall

Pass 27 Nov 2009 98,864 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 858,024 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 70,253 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 57,476 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 41,838 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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YH52 VPF is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YH52 VPF, 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 YH52 VPF registered?

YH52 VPF is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is YH52 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH52 VPF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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