2001 MG ZR 1.8L Petrol · BV51 AHF
2001 MG ZR (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 72,448 miles. MOT expired on 25 Apr 2014. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MG ZR
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Apr 2014
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,448 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BV51 AHF Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/04/2013
- 72,448 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for MG MG ZR
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BV51 AHF Mileage History
- 17/12/200541,213 mi
- 09/12/200645,343 mi+4,130 mi
- 17/12/200749,416 mi+4,073 mi
- 13/12/200850,905 mi+1,489 mi
- 17/12/200957,360 mi+6,455 mi
- 07/01/201166,174 mi+8,814 mi
- 26/04/201372,447 mi+6,273 mi
- 26/04/201372,448 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,245 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
BV51 AHF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Zr (BV51 AHF) between December 2005 and April 2013.
The record contains 7 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 April 2013 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
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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- 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 SuspensionModerate
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 FailureModerate
The ignition coil pack is known for failing on the ZR, causing misfires, rough running, and difficulty starting.
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