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BU51 ZSZ

2001 MG Z

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,252 mi
Last recorded56,252 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 2001 MG Z52,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 ZSZ
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2008 56,252 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 53,737 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 49,859 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 43,223 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2005 42,976 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the MG Z?

Based on 651 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
7,842
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Stop lamp not working 18
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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BU51 ZSZ is a 2001 MG Z in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 MG Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 52,125 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 ZSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 ZSZ?

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What year was BU51 ZSZ registered?

BU51 ZSZ is a 2001 MG Z, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is BU51 ZSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 ZSZ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU51 ZSZ have outstanding finance?

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