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AE05 UPP

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,878 mi
Last recorded66,878 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 UPP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 66,878 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 55,644 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 55,456 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 55,016 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 54,032 miles

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)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 52,692 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 52,692 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 51,150 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 46,796 miles

both rear tyres worn to3mm

Pass 16 Jul 2012 40,803 miles

both rear tyres worn to 3mm

centre ex corroded but ok at the moment

Pass 18 Jul 2011 36,136 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 32,443 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 28,979 miles

Clutch pedal knotchy

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wiper blades worn

Fail 14 Jul 2009 28,979 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Clutch pedal knotchy

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wiper blades worn

Pass 7 Jul 2008 23,456 miles

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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AE05 UPP is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE05 UPP, 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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What year was AE05 UPP registered?

AE05 UPP is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is AE05 UPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 UPP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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