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BJ05 LVW

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,404 mi
Last recorded27,404 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 27,404 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

o/s wiper blade slight smear

rear ex system heavily corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2014 19,810 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2013 16,448 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 16,448 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 15,681 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 14,331 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

fuel tank corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2010 13,024 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 11,617 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 9,445 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 9,445 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front and rear plates

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 LVW is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LVW, 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 LVW registered?

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

Is BJ05 LVW safe to buy?

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