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AE05 XVA

2005 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

103,601 mi
Last recorded103,601 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XVA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2023 103,601 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2023 103,601 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 100,671 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 97,887 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 94,353 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 90,769 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 90,769 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 87,130 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 83,573 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 78,156 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 72,933 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 67,605 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 62,360 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 56,460 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 47,934 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 47,934 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 36,222 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2008 28,489 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 28,489 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 XVA is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 XVA, 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 XVA registered?

AE05 XVA is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is AE05 XVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XVA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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