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SB02 HDZ

2002 MG Z

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,902 mi
Last recorded65,902 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2008
Typical for 2002 MG Z52,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB02 HDZ
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2008 65,902 miles

205x60x15 tyres fitted on front axle and 195x55x15 tyres fitted on rear rear axle

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Apr 2008 65,902 miles

205x60x15 tyres fitted on front axle and 195x55x15 tyres fitted on rear rear axle

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2007 58,850 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 58,850 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2005 35,188 miles

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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SB02 HDZ is a 2002 MG Z in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 MG Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 52,088 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 Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB02 HDZ, 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 24 years old, this MG Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB02 HDZ registered?

SB02 HDZ is a 2002 MG Z, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is SB02 HDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB02 HDZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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