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BJ05 LXA

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

88,549 mi
Last recorded88,549 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 88,549 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2026 88,521 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2024 87,716 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front driveshaft hub nut slightly damaged

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 87,255 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 87,255 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 81,070 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 73,011 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 72,233 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 71,766 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 71,762 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 71,239 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 70,687 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 67,782 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

centre exhaust mounts perishing

Fail 15 Jul 2016 67,782 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

centre exhaust mounts perishing

Pass 13 Jul 2015 63,803 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 58,628 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 58,628 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 52,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

coolant warning light stays on all time on dashboard

Pass 16 Jul 2013 52,983 miles

coolant warning light stays on all time on dashboard

Pass 13 Jun 2012 47,015 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 47,015 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 39,109 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 30,161 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 21,612 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 10,562 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 10,562 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 LXA is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LXA, 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 LXA registered?

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

Is BJ05 LXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 LXA shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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