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AE05 URA

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,749 mi
Last recorded82,749 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 82,749 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 8 Aug 2016 82,747 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Aug 2015 77,239 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 67,294 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 54,914 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 42,227 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 29,357 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 20,749 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 14,842 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 12,223 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 URA is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 URA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 URA registered?

AE05 URA is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is AE05 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 URA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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