2001 MG ZR 1.4L Petrol · D5 LDA
2001 MG ZR (1.4L, petrol). First registered 09/11/2001. Recorded mileage 83,388 miles. MOT valid until 29/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZR
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,388 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1396cc
D5 LDA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 83,388 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
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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.
D5 LDA Mileage History
- 07/03/202280,201 mi
- 28/03/202381,282 mi+1,081 mi
- 19/03/202482,112 mi+830 mi
- 27/03/202583,101 mi+989 mi
- 30/03/202683,388 mi+287 mi
Average of roughly 785 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
D5 LDA 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 (D5 LDA) between March 2022 and March 2026.
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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