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AV05 ODY

2005 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,552 mi
Last recorded83,552 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 ODY
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 83,552 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

Fail 19 Jan 2017 83,552 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

engine overheating

Pass 7 Jan 2016 78,563 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 70,546 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 70,546 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 116,529 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 116,529 miles

Front Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Mar 2013 59,155 miles

bonnet catch stiff

Pass 20 Mar 2012 51,508 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 31 Mar 2011 47,082 miles

Chips In Windscreen

PArking Brake Travel High

Rear Suspensension Anti Roll BAr Rusted

Sign Of Coolant Leak From Engine

Pass 10 Mar 2010 38,571 miles

Chips In Windscreen

EXhaust System Rusting

Legal Tyre Limit 1.6mm

Nearside Front Tyre 2mm

Offside Front Tyre 2mm

Pass 20 Mar 2009 32,023 miles

Chips In Windscreen

Engine OIl Leaks

Exhaust System Rusted

Front Brake Pads Low

Offside Rear Tyre 3mm (Legal Limit 1.6mm)

Nearside Rear Tyre On Legal Limit 1.6mm

Pass 17 Mar 2008 25,195 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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AV05 ODY is a 2005 MG Zt in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 68,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV05 ODY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV05 ODY registered?

AV05 ODY is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is AV05 ODY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 ODY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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