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YV51 RZW

2001 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,893 mi
Last recorded116,893 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2010
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 RZW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2010 116,893 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 116,893 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)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 111,923 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in o/s st rack inner end

Fail 29 Jan 2009

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

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in o/s st rack inner end

Fail 22 Jan 2008 103,379 miles

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

o/s/r tyre sidewall slight damage

Pass 22 Jan 2008 103,379 miles

o/s/r tyre sidewall slight damage

Pass 28 Dec 2006 95,110 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 95,110 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 88,273 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 88,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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YV51 RZW is a 2001 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 YV51 RZW, 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

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What year was YV51 RZW registered?

YV51 RZW is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is YV51 RZW safe to buy?

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