CarVerify

Free Car Check

AX54 XXN

2005 MG Zt+ Cdti 135

Silver Diesel 1951cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

197,377 mi
Last recorded197,377 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zt+ Cdti 13581,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 XXN
MakeMG
ModelZt+ Cdti 135
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 197,377 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 189,747 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 189,746 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 183,885 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 176,709 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 169,072 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 161,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 161,690 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 149,804 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 121,722 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 109,830 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 103,162 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 99,283 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 84,013 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 77,185 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 71,042 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake discs corroded

slight play in n/s steering arm

Pass 15 Mar 2012 71,042 miles

front brake discs corroded

slight play in n/s steering arm

Pass 2 Apr 2011 65,186 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 53,944 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 46,559 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 37,761 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt+ Cdti 135?

Based on 1,117 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
7,202
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41
Registration plate lamp not working 37
Brake pipe excessively corroded 34
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Headlamp aim too low 20
Full MG Zt+ Cdti 135 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AX54 XXN is a 2005 MG Zt+ Cdti 135 in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt+ Cdti 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 81,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt+ Cdti 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX54 XXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt+ Cdti 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this MG Zt+ Cdti 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX54 XXN?

You can check the full history of AX54 XXN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AX54 XXN registered?

AX54 XXN is a 2005 MG Zt+ Cdti 135, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is AX54 XXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 XXN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX54 XXN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AX54 XXN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.