2002 MG ZR 1.4L Petrol · GN52 AXC

The 2002 MG ZR presents as roadworthy based on the most recent DVSA test conducted on 19 September 2025 at 52,819 miles, where the examiner recorded no defects or advisories. The maintenance trend across the available history is stable, with every logged examination resulting in a pass and no flagged mechanical or structural concerns since the earliest entry in November 2013. At approximately 24 years old, the vehicle shows 52,819 recorded miles, equating to roughly 2,200 miles per year. The odometer advanced only 321 miles between the 15 November 2013 test at 52,498 miles and the 9 January 2019 test at 52,571 miles, then crept up by a mere 10 miles to the 26 July 2023 examination at 52,581 miles. Such minimal use across those gaps suggests prolonged storage, likely under SORN. Recent entries show consistent annual testing with modest increments: 157 miles by 12 August 2024 and 81 miles by September 2025. The sparse but clean record indicates previous keepers maintained statutory compliance when the car was active, though the long dormant stretches imply care patterns focused on preservation rather than frequent operation. Despite the absence of recorded advisories, a two-decade-old MG ZR that has stood for extended periods demands a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe corrosion. Testers flagged no binding rear calipers or worn brake discs in the history, but stagnant brake fluid and seized handbrake mechanisms often escape detection during a brief test drive. Buyer should examine exhaust emissions hardware for internal rust and verify structural integrity around sills and rear arches. Low mileage does not preclude perishing of rubber components; inspect tyres for sidewall cracking and check auxiliary drive belts for brittleness.