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YX52 SYW

2002 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,073 mi
Last recorded82,073 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 MG Zr61,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX52 SYW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 82,073 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides of vehicle (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 74,527 miles

n/s/r tyre nail in tread

Fail 15 Aug 2016 74,498 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

alternator insecure

n/s/r tyre nail in tread

Pass 27 Aug 2015 68,586 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 68,579 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

coolant low also radiator in poor condition

Pass 1 Sep 2014 63,150 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2013 57,082 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 52,150 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 52,149 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 47,050 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 41,891 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 36,628 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 32,743 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 26,212 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 18,811 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 14,308 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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YX52 SYW is a 2002 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YX52 SYW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX52 SYW registered?

YX52 SYW is a 2002 MG Zr, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is YX52 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX52 SYW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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