2001 MG ZR 1.8L Petrol · KV51 BWY
2001 MG ZR (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23/11/2001. Recorded mileage 74,831 miles. MOT valid until 14/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZR
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Northampton
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,831 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
KV51 BWY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/11/2025
- 74,831 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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KV51 BWY Mileage History
- 08/10/202169,658 mi
- 29/09/202270,615 mi+957 mi
- 03/10/202372,531 mi+1,916 mi
- 15/11/202474,310 mi+1,779 mi
- 14/11/202574,831 mi+521 mi
Average of roughly 1,261 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KV51 BWY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Zr (KV51 BWY) between October 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: MG ZR
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (HGF)(Serious)
The K-Series engine is prone to head gasket failure due to its small coolant capacity and plastic locating dowels that allow the head to shift.
- Worn Front Suspension(Moderate)
The front suspension bushes and ball joints wear out, leading to vague steering, knocking noises, and poor handling. This is a common MOT failure point and can be exacerbated by hard driving.
- Coil Pack Failure(Moderate)
The ignition coil pack is known for failing on the ZR, causing misfires, rough running, and difficulty starting.
- Door Lock Failure(Moderate)
The door lock actuators, particularly on the driver's door, are known to fail, making it difficult to lock or unlock the car.
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