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AX54 SWJ

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,402 mi
Last recorded79,402 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 SWJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 79,402 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Jun 2016 79,402 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 77,818 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 70,669 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 70,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 66,465 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 66,465 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 62,310 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 61,068 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 45,440 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 30,343 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 30,248 miles

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

Nearside 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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AX54 SWJ is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc 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 AX54 SWJ, 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 AX54 SWJ registered?

AX54 SWJ is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is AX54 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 SWJ 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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