2002 MG ZR 1.4L Petrol · GY02 VSX
2002 MG ZR (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2002. Recorded mileage 87,998 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZR
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/06/2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (15/02/2020)
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,998 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1396cc
GY02 VSX Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2017
- 87,998 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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.
GY02 VSX Mileage History
- 20/09/200641,269 mi
- 21/09/200641,271 mi+2 mi
- 23/02/200745,654 mi+4,383 mi
- 21/02/200851,765 mi+6,111 mi
- 21/02/200851,765 mi
- 20/02/200959,417 mi+7,652 mi
- 18/02/201061,356 mi+1,939 mi
- 15/02/201167,198 mi+5,842 mi
- 22/02/201275,336 mi+8,138 mi
- 22/02/201275,336 mi
- 09/04/201377,911 mi+2,575 mi
- 07/05/201480,529 mi+2,618 mi
- 09/05/201480,537 mi+8 mi
- 27/05/201582,942 mi+2,405 mi
- 16/06/201685,666 mi+2,724 mi
- 16/06/201685,666 mi
- 02/06/201787,998 mi+2,332 mi
- 06/06/201787,998 mi
Average of roughly 4,363 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
GY02 VSX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Zr (GY02 VSX) between September 2006 and June 2017.
The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 06 June 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (3 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 lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)”; “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outter sill (5.2.6)”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”.
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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