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AE06 UTK

2006 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,485 mi
Last recorded2,485 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 MG Zr50,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 UTK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 2,485 miles

Rear seats missing at time of test

Speedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))

sumpgaurd and undertrays fitted obscuring view of some underside components

Pass 18 May 2022 2,485 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens faded/deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer driveshaft boot starting to crack/split

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened braking face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens faded/deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer driveshaft boot starting to crack/split

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened braking face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear seats missing at time of test

Speedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))

sump gaurd & undertrays fitted obscuring view of some underside components

Pass 17 May 2021 2,485 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both ()

sump cover / under trays fitted

Fail 17 May 2021 2,485 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both ()

sump cover / under trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2019 2,485 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 2,895 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 2,485 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 2,485 miles

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Nov 2012 2,485 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2011 2,485 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 1,874 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 1,874 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AE06 UTK is a 2006 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 50,825 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 AE06 UTK, 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 20 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE06 UTK registered?

AE06 UTK is a 2006 MG Zr, first registered on 19 May 2006.

Is AE06 UTK safe to buy?

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