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AX54 SZT

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,619 mi
Last recorded50,619 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 SZT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 50,619 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 50,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2023 42,956 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 42,954 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 40,364 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 39,171 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 38,504 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 37,702 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 36,426 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 34,694 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 32,637 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 30,633 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 27,822 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 25,373 miles

battery insecure

Pass 10 Jan 2012 21,589 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 18,171 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 13,723 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 13,723 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 7,874 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 2,639 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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AX54 SZT is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AX54 SZT, 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 SZT registered?

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

Is AX54 SZT safe to buy?

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