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YM02 UBZ

2002 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

91,881 mi
Last recorded91,881 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM02 UBZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2015 91,881 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 87,942 miles

Offside windscreen washer defective but nearside providing enough fluid to clear screen

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

Fail 2 Jan 2014 87,941 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside windscreen washer defective but nearside providing enough fluid to clear screen

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

Fail 26 Nov 2013 87,932 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 77,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front cv boots starting crack

dent in o/s/r road wheel

fuel tank dented not leaking

n/s/f seat belt fraying slightly

n/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 21 Feb 2012 69,041 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 58,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 58,459 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 54,301 miles

Nail in front tyre

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 45,971 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 35,873 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 35,873 miles

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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 10 Apr 2006 35,864 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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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YM02 UBZ is a 2002 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YM02 UBZ, 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 YM02 UBZ registered?

YM02 UBZ is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 22 July 2002.

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