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BJ05 LVT

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

43,608 mi
Last recorded43,608 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 LVT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 43,608 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 43,608 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 42,162 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 41,080 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 41,080 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 39,253 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 39,253 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 37,479 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 33,810 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 31,202 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 27,522 miles

rear axel bushes worn.

Pass 18 May 2016 23,270 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 19,625 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 17,665 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 16,112 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 14,091 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 14,091 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,190 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 9,547 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 6,323 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 4,471 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 LVT is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LVT, 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 LVT?

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What year was BJ05 LVT registered?

BJ05 LVT is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is BJ05 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 LVT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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