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BJ05 UMC

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,482 mi
Last recorded48,482 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 48,482 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 43,136 miles

nearside front tyre cut on outer sidewall but not through to cords

Pass 12 Apr 2014 41,593 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2013 40,183 miles

Oil leak

rear wiper split

Fail 13 Apr 2013 40,183 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear wiper split

Pass 4 Apr 2012 38,535 miles

Oil leak

gearbox is leaking....

Fail 4 Apr 2012 38,535 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

coolant below...

coolant light on dash all the time....

gearbox is leaking....

Pass 7 Apr 2011 36,443 miles

nearside rear tyre tread cracking

Fail 7 Apr 2011 36,443 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

nearside rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 7 Apr 2010 33,596 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 30,411 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 23,945 miles

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

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 UMC is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UMC, 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 UMC registered?

BJ05 UMC is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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