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YV51 YPU

2001 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,031 mi
Last recorded97,031 miles
Recorded on7 May 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 YPU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2011 97,031 miles

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

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

n/s/f fog light lens broken

rear number plate detereating

Pass 11 May 2010 82,181 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 67,461 miles

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

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

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

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

rear number plate becoming delaminated

Pass 7 May 2008 53,686 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 53,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 48,727 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 48,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 42,854 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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YV51 YPU is a 2001 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YV51 YPU, 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 YPU registered?

YV51 YPU is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is YV51 YPU safe to buy?

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