2002 MG ZS 2.5L Petrol · WR02 PFJ
2002 MG ZS (2.5L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2002. Recorded mileage 92,439 miles. MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,439 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WR02 PFJ Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/09/2026
- 92,439 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WR02 PFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Zs (WR02 PFJ) between April 2006 and September 2026.
The record contains 21 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 28 September 2026 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: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Windscreen (7 issues), Tyres (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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: “Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of”.
WR02 PFJ Mileage History
- 25/04/200622,377 mi
- 25/04/200622,377 mi
- 08/01/200722,494 mi+117 mi
- 08/01/200722,494 mi
- 29/12/200730,504 mi+8,010 mi
- 30/07/200836,023 mi+5,519 mi
- 04/08/200943,038 mi+7,015 mi
- 20/08/201047,586 mi+4,548 mi
- 12/01/201250,300 mi+2,714 mi
- 17/07/201251,491 mi+1,191 mi
- 18/07/201251,491 mi
- 20/06/201355,400 mi+3,909 mi
- 15/07/201462,303 mi+6,903 mi
- 15/07/201462,303 mi
- 20/06/201568,425 mi+6,122 mi
- 18/06/201673,127 mi+4,702 mi
- 09/05/201779,491 mi+6,364 mi
- 26/03/201882,674 mi+3,183 mi
- 01/05/201985,601 mi+2,927 mi
- 16/12/202087,156 mi+1,555 mi
- 16/11/202189,250 mi+2,094 mi
- 16/11/202189,250 mi
- 14/12/202291,348 mi+2,098 mi
- 04/12/202391,812 mi+464 mi
- 27/06/202592,007 mi+195 mi
- 28/09/202692,439 mi+432 mi
- 28/09/202692,439 mi
Average of roughly 3,430 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- V6 VIS Motor FailureModerate
The Variable Intake System (VIS) motors on the 2.5 V6 fail, leaving the butterfly valves stuck in one position.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.6/1.8 Petrol)Serious
The 1.6 and 1.8 K-Series petrol engines are prone to head gasket failure, especially if the cooling system has been neglected. Blown head gaskets are a well-known fault on this platform.
- Front Suspension Bush WearModerate
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