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BJ05 UPN

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

71,827 mi
Last recorded71,827 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2015 71,827 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine management light lit

Pass 23 Jun 2015 71,827 miles

engine management light lit

Fail 29 May 2014 64,477 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

engine management light lit

Pass 29 May 2014 64,477 miles

Oil leak

engine management light lit

Pass 11 Jun 2013 56,905 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 56,905 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2012 50,283 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 50,283 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 41,803 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 41,803 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 29,675 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 27,911 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 20,201 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 20,201 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 UPN is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UPN, 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 UPN registered?

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

Is BJ05 UPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 UPN shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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