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AD54 GKV

2005 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,767 mi
Last recorded143,767 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 GKV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 143,767 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

oil leak

slight smoke from engine

Pass 3 Mar 2015 139,153 miles

engine light on dash

Pass 18 Dec 2013 123,458 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear bumper poor fit

unable to fully asses outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2013 119,971 miles

2 x rear brake discs inner surface deteriorated....

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

auxilary drive belt deteriorated....

Fail 10 Jun 2013 119,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Emissions not tested (7.0) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

2 x rear brake discs inner surface deteriorated....

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

auxilary drive belt deteriorated....

engine oil leaking from deteriorated oil filter....

Pass 6 Jun 2012 113,278 miles

2 x rear brake discs slightly deteriorated inner pitted....

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 113,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

2 x rear brake discs slightly deteriorated inner pitted....

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise to replace front brake pads....ref; failure....imbalance....

Pass 27 May 2011 108,824 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all brake discs corroded -o/s fog lamp inop -vehicle leaking oil

Fail 27 May 2011 108,823 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all brake discs corroded -o/s fog lamp inop -vehicle leaking oil

Pass 27 May 2010 98,722 miles

wipers front poor / front pads poor

Fail 27 May 2010 98,722 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

wipers front poor / front pads poor

Pass 26 May 2009 80,668 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 80,668 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 May 2008 57,712 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 30,280 miles

front pads getting low

How Reliable is the MG Zr?

Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
53,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,258
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,242
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,215
Stop lamp not working 16,145
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,953
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AD54 GKV is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 52,617 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD54 GKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zr typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AD54 GKV is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 1 February 2005.

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