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AE05 VNV

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

124,390 mi
Last recorded124,390 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 VNV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 124,390 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2017 124,389 miles

front brake application uneven Nearside lower effort - 54% out of balance (3.7.B.2)

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 123,716 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 123,640 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 6 May 2015 118,013 miles

Both front drop link upper bushes worn

Both headlamps deteriorated giving poor beam image

Fail 6 May 2015 118,013 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Both front drop link upper bushes worn

Both headlamps deteriorated giving poor beam image

Pass 23 May 2014 114,041 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2014 114,041 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Pass 14 May 2013 100,674 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear tyre cracked,but not showing cords.

Parking brake.Your vehicle has only just met the required park brake efficiency.(17%)

Fail 14 May 2013 100,674 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear tyre cracked,but not showing cords.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2012 86,548 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2011 71,887 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 71,887 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 May 2010 63,202 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 63,202 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 55,096 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

Pass 24 Oct 2008 35,374 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 19,002 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 19,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 VNV is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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

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