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BJ05 NMZ

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

82,667 mi
Last recorded82,667 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 82,667 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 76,919 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 76,889 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 72,059 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear roadspring fouling plastic inner wheel arch cover

Fail 3 Apr 2012 70,296 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 70,296 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2011 50,072 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside front tyre close to legal limit (2mm)

oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2011 50,072 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside front tyre close to legal limit (2mm)

oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2010 44,424 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 44,424 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 40,061 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 40,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 34,332 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 NMZ is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 NMZ, 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 NMZ registered?

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

Is BJ05 NMZ safe to buy?

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