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YR51 YML

2001 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,253 mi
Last recorded68,253 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 YML
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2011 68,253 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2011 68,249 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 60,318 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 49,115 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 40,518 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 29,319 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 29,319 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 17,402 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 16,450 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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YR51 YML is a 2001 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 65,342 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 YR51 YML, 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 25 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 YR51 YML?

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What year was YR51 YML registered?

YR51 YML is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 8 December 2001.

Is YR51 YML safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 YML 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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