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BK05 GYX

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,469 mi
Last recorded91,469 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 GYX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 91,469 miles

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

n/s front brake slightly binding

Pass 28 Apr 2015 84,251 miles

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

covers on both outer sills

oil stains on n/s of steering rack

Fail 28 Apr 2015 84,251 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

covers on both outer sills

oil stains on n/s of steering rack

Pass 1 May 2014 76,687 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine/man light on

Fail 30 Apr 2014 76,681 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine/man light on

hulkhead crossbar support corroded both ends N/S & O/S

Pass 2 May 2013 69,112 miles

drop link bushes parted

ecu light on

lower bulk head brace corroded

nsr hand brake effort low

nsr shock very close to fuel tank filler neck

rack leaking oil

Fail 2 May 2013 69,112 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

drop link bushes parted

ecu light on

lower bulk head brace corroded

nsr hand brake effort low

nsr shock very close to fuel tank filler neck

rack leaking oil

Pass 2 Jun 2012 61,856 miles

minor play at front wheels

osr tyre puntured / stepping on rear tyre tread

Fail 1 Jun 2012 61,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

minor play at front wheels

osr tyre puntured / stepping on rear tyre tread

Pass 12 May 2011 53,335 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 46,873 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 39,507 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 27,932 miles

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

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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BK05 GYX is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BK05 GYX, 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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BK05 GYX is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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