2002 · 22 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2002 MG ZR MOT pass rate and common faults

258 MOT tests in 2024. 63.9% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

110Well above average
Passed first time63.9%
Failed or needed repairs36.1%
Typical mileage at test85,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 258 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength6.6%
  2. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements6.2%
  3. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.4%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.1%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.1%
  6. Position lamp: not working2.3%
  7. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault1.9%
  8. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases1.9%
  9. Parking brake performance: inoperative on one side1.9%
  10. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced1.9%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Brakes23.6%
  2. Lights & electrics21.3%
  3. Body & chassis13.2%
  4. Suspension9.3%
  5. Emissions & leaks9.3%
  6. Seat belts & airbags5.8%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.4%
  8. Tyres4.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine13.2%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded12.8%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.4%
  4. Service brake performance: excessively binding8.5%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm8.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 MG ZR?

In 2024, 63.9% of 2002 MG ZR cars passed their MOT first time, across 258 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 MG ZR?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 2002 MG ZR reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 110, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).