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BJ05 OXL

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,029 mi
Last recorded47,029 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 OXL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 47,029 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack

wheel covers fitted, wheel nuts not checked

Pass 2 Apr 2015 38,082 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

wheel covers fitted, wheel nuts not checked

Pass 24 Apr 2014 29,969 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre starting to crack

o/s/f tyre starting to crack

wheel covers fitted, wheel nuts not checked

Pass 25 Apr 2013 21,782 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 13,255 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,416 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 11,416 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 9,580 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 7,633 miles

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

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

n/s/f and o/s/f and o/s/r tyres slight cracking of rubber

Pass 23 Jun 2008 5,642 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 OXL is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OXL, 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 OXL registered?

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

Is BJ05 OXL safe to buy?

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