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AV54 VHW

2005 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,149 mi
Last recorded121,149 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 VHW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2015 121,149 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2015 121,149 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 6 Feb 2014 108,521 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 108,521 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 95,268 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jan 2012 81,913 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 81,913 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 69,117 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 60,139 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 50,221 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 37,919 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2008 37,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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AV54 VHW is a 2005 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV54 VHW, 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 AV54 VHW registered?

AV54 VHW is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is AV54 VHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 VHW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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