CarVerify

Free Car Check

AE55 HJZ

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,253 mi
Last recorded131,253 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 HJZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2017 131,253 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 123,120 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 109,161 miles

exhaust flexy signs of splitting

fuel tank signs of corrosion

Fail 13 Aug 2015 109,161 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

exhaust flexy signs of splitting

fuel tank signs of corrosion

Pass 22 Aug 2014 96,202 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 95,961 miles

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

o/s front tyre worn uneven - recommend wheel alignment check/adjust.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 83,437 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 70,038 miles

nsf tyre outer edge slight cracks

osr tyre outer edge slight cracks

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 8 Sep 2011 57,003 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 44,255 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 32,385 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 25,192 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
Full MG Zr reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AE55 HJZ is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE55 HJZ, 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

How do I check the history of AE55 HJZ?

You can check the full history of AE55 HJZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AE55 HJZ registered?

AE55 HJZ is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AE55 HJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 HJZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE55 HJZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AE55 HJZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.