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BF05 UNP

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,786 mi
Last recorded94,786 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 UNP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 94,786 miles

O/S/F Tyre inner edge worn

Pass 25 Mar 2013 87,269 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 80,101 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 77,255 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 77,255 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 71,143 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 51,229 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 41,276 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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BF05 UNP is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF05 UNP, 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

How do I check the history of BF05 UNP?

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What year was BF05 UNP registered?

BF05 UNP is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BF05 UNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 UNP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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