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BJ05 KZC

2005 MG Zt

Silver Petrol 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,305 mi
Last recorded61,305 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 KZC
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 61,305 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 53,367 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 46,332 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 46,332 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 45,769 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 45,769 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 45,152 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 44,495 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 42,987 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 May 2018 40,778 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 37,833 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 36,021 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 34,132 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 31,378 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 29,183 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 26,717 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,326 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2010 21,802 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2009 19,194 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2008 15,486 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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BJ05 KZC is a 2005 MG Zt in Silver with a 1,951cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 68,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ05 KZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ05 KZC registered?

BJ05 KZC is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BJ05 KZC safe to buy?

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