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YP52 TZY

2002 MG Zr

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,082 mi
Last recorded111,082 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2012
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP52 TZY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2012 111,082 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing is noisey

Fail 3 Jan 2012 111,081 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/r wheel bearing is noisey

Pass 13 Dec 2010 86,895 miles

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

exhaust corroded

fornt disc corroded

unable to check under vechail due to covering

Pass 9 Dec 2009 73,803 miles

Battery insecure

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

brakepipes covered

exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre has slight cut on outer wall

oil leak

plastic covers under engine area not allowing full inspection

Fail 8 Dec 2009 73,803 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Battery insecure

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

brakepipes covered

exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre has slight cut on outer wall

oil leak

plastic covers under engine area not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Dec 2008 60,875 miles

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 to perrish

Pass 17 Dec 2007 50,099 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front discs slightly corroded

front pads wearing thin

slight judder at front brakes

slight play in both front top struts

unable to check under vehicle properley due to plastic coverings

Pass 2 Oct 2006 43,563 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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YP52 TZY is a 2002 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP52 TZY, 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 YP52 TZY registered?

YP52 TZY is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 28 November 2002.

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