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AU55 HVZ

2006 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

42,398 mi
Last recorded42,398 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 MG Zr50,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 HVZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 42,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2017 42,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 37,590 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak Gearbox ()

Fail 22 Sep 2016 37,590 miles

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

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Rear hatch (Boot) (6.2.B.1c)

Coolant warning lamp on

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak Gearbox ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 32,473 miles

Front bumper (fog light insert) loose

Gearbox oil leak

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 26,686 miles

both windscreen wiper blades starting to split

Fail 18 Sep 2014 26,686 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both windscreen wiper blades starting to split

Pass 17 Sep 2013 24,536 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,914 miles

offside rear tyre sidewall cracking

Fail 26 Sep 2012 21,914 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

offside rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 14 Sep 2011 18,504 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 15,255 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 11,976 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 11,976 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 11,928 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 10,992 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 10,988 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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AU55 HVZ is a 2006 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AU55 HVZ, 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 AU55 HVZ registered?

AU55 HVZ is a 2006 MG Zr, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is AU55 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 HVZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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