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BJ05 XJY

2005 MG Zr

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,308 mi
Last recorded97,308 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 XJY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 97,308 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front bulkhead......., (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Mar 2024 97,287 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front bulkhead......., (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 95,228 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 94,197 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 92,255 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 88,825 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 88,634 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 86,784 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 81,361 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 74,447 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 61,597 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 51,393 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 34,772 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,772 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 30,184 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 22,518 miles

SLIT IN TREAD N/S/R

Pass 29 Feb 2008 16,343 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2008 16,343 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XJY is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XJY, 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 XJY registered?

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

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