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BJ05 UZE

2005 MG Zr

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,046 mi
Last recorded90,046 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 UZE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 90,046 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 81,716 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 81,716 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 Dec 2012 73,302 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 73,302 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 66,165 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 58,153 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 58,153 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 49,985 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2008 24,804 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 UZE is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UZE, 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 UZE registered?

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

Is BJ05 UZE safe to buy?

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