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BD54 NSO

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,395 mi
Last recorded81,395 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 NSO
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 81,395 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 79,214 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 79,214 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 76,501 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 76,501 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 72,529 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 23 Jul 2020 72,529 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 69,263 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 9 Jul 2018 65,716 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 61,549 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 56,695 miles

front exhaust flex pipe starting to split

rear exhaust box rusting

stone chip in screen

Pass 15 Jul 2015 53,147 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 53,147 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 49,531 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 49,531 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 44,536 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 42,115 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 39,460 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 37,539 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 34,890 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Tracking should be checked

Pass 11 Mar 2008 28,673 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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BD54 NSO is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BD54 NSO, 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.

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What year was BD54 NSO registered?

BD54 NSO is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 26 February 2005.

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