2002 MG ZR 1.8L Petrol · AV02 DDA
2002 MG ZR (1.8L, petrol). First registered 20/05/2002. Recorded mileage 90,577 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZR
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/10/2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,577 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AV02 DDA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/10/2022
- 90,577 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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AV02 DDA Mileage History
- 06/09/202183,591 mi
- 22/10/202183,702 mi+111 mi
- 07/10/202290,577 mi+6,875 mi
Average of roughly 6,445 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
AV02 DDA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Zr (AV02 DDA) between September 2021 and October 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 October 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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