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BJ05 NME

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

90,541 mi
Last recorded90,541 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2019 90,541 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2018 83,758 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 83,758 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 79,424 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 74,404 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 74,404 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 62,180 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 52,808 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 42,745 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 29,905 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 29,905 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 24,844 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 21,356 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 17,127 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 12,567 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 9,526 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 9,515 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 9,514 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 9,493 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 NME is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 NME, 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.

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What year was BJ05 NME registered?

BJ05 NME is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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