MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
110,280 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
drivers seat foam insecure
fuel pipes under vehicle damaged but not leaking
oil leak
passenger seat foam insecure
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
drivers seat foam insecure
fuel pipes under vehicle damaged but not leaking
oil leak
passenger seat foam insecure
Centre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Centre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
Offside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Upper Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Rear Lower brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Upper rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Rear Lower brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Upper rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Lower Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the MG Zr?
Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BJ05 HGL is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 HGL, 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 BJ05 HGL?
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What year was BJ05 HGL registered?
BJ05 HGL is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 24 March 2005.
Is BJ05 HGL safe to buy?
The MOT history for BJ05 HGL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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