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BJ05 NKS

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,279 mi
Last recorded79,279 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 NKS
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 79,279 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside front wheel is slightly out of shape

rear bumper damage

rear registratrion plate is in a poor condition

Pass 5 May 2017 66,354 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 66,342 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 58,393 miles

NOTE 14% BRAKE IMBALANCE ON APPLICATION

Pass 20 Aug 2011 50,502 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 41,750 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 35,418 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 29,009 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 29,009 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

pads low

puncture o/s/r

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 NKS is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NKS, 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 NKS registered?

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

Is BJ05 NKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 NKS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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