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AF51 VXZ

2001 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,144 mi
Last recorded77,144 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 MG ZS69,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 VXZ
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2011 77,144 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 77,141 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2010 67,219 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 67,211 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 63,160 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

general corrosion starting on underside of vehicle borderline in places

near side front brake slightley binding

Fail 13 Nov 2009 63,100 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

general corrosion starting on underside of vehicle borderline in places

near side front brake slightley binding

Pass 14 Nov 2008 57,395 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 49,190 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 40,023 miles

Corrosion on both rear discs

Front brake pads are 50% worn

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

Pass 16 Dec 2005 32,641 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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AF51 VXZ is a 2001 MG ZS in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF51 VXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF51 VXZ?

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What year was AF51 VXZ registered?

AF51 VXZ is a 2001 MG ZS, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is AF51 VXZ safe to buy?

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