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BJ05 HGF

2005 MG Zr

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,322 mi
Last recorded153,322 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2012
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 HGF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2012 153,322 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 119,623 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 87,575 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 51,629 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 12,504 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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BJ05 HGF is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BJ05 HGF, 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 BJ05 HGF registered?

BJ05 HGF is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is BJ05 HGF safe to buy?

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