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KN51 HVD

2001 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

121,498 mi
Last recorded121,498 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 MG Zr65,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN51 HVD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2012 121,498 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 121,498 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 107,676 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 107,676 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake cable knotted (3.5.1b)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 97,568 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 89,895 miles

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

unable to move the nearside front seat back forward to allow access to rear seat

Fail 2 Sep 2009 89,895 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

unable to move the nearside front seat back forward to allow access to rear seat

Pass 15 Sep 2008 81,893 miles

wear on front brake discs

wear on front tyres

Fail 4 Sep 2007 71,291 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

chip in screen

drivers seat does not recline

travel on handbrake

Pass 4 Sep 2007 71,291 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

chip in screen

drivers seat does not recline

travel on handbrake

Pass 2 May 2006 56,153 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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KN51 HVD is a 2001 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KN51 HVD, 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 KN51 HVD registered?

KN51 HVD is a 2001 MG Zr, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is KN51 HVD safe to buy?

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