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BJ05 HKN

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,470 mi
Last recorded85,470 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 HKN
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 85,470 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 80,233 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 761,144 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 761,144 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 72,350 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 68,893 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 65,145 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

The Engine Management Light remains on. O/S/R Exhaust system deteriated.

Pass 6 Jun 2012 65,145 miles

The Engine Management Light remains on. O/S/R Exhaust system deteriated.

Pass 2 Jun 2011 62,383 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 62,383 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 59,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 49,446 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2008 32,933 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 HKN is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HKN, 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 HKN registered?

BJ05 HKN is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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