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AE05 WTP

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,719 mi
Last recorded70,719 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 WTP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 70,719 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 70,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 65,754 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 61,186 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 55,795 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 50,273 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 45,729 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 45,729 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,523 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 40,523 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 34,415 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 34,413 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 29,556 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,648 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 WTP is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WTP, 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 WTP registered?

AE05 WTP is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is AE05 WTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 WTP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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