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BK05 LZE

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,162 mi
Last recorded58,162 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 58,162 miles

CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION CORRODING

ENGINE LAMP ON

Rear ROAD WHEELS SLIGHTLY BUCKLED

Fail 8 Sep 2017 58,161 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH FRONT TO REAR, REAR SECTION AT END OF UNIONS (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION CORRODING

ENGINE LAMP ON

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Rear ROAD WHEELS SLIGHTLY BUCKLED

Pass 10 Mar 2016 50,770 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 41,930 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 37,659 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 32,302 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 27,570 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 23,120 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 19,449 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 16,337 miles

nearside front tyre rotating in the wrong direction

Pass 16 Feb 2008 12,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 16 Feb 2008 12,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside 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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BK05 LZE 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 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 BK05 LZE, 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 LZE registered?

BK05 LZE is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is BK05 LZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 LZE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK05 LZE have outstanding finance?

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