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BK05 LXN

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,659 mi
Last recorded68,659 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 LXN
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 68,659 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 62,360 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 62,354 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 53,876 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 47,592 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 47,592 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 43,187 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 43,146 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 36,865 miles

1) Handbrake freeplay requires slight adjustment.

2) Alternator belt showing signs of wear.

3) Slight oil leak from N/S steering rack gaiter.

Pass 11 Feb 2010 29,976 miles

1) Hand brake freeplay requires slight adjustment.

2) N/S/R Tyre on ( 2mm ).

Pass 16 Feb 2009 24,587 miles

1) Front inner brake pads are close to wear limit.

Pass 15 Feb 2008 16,789 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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BK05 LXN is a 2005 MG Zr in Red 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 BK05 LXN, 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 BK05 LXN registered?

BK05 LXN is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is BK05 LXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 LXN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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