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BK05 MDF

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,869 mi
Last recorded48,869 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 MDF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,869 miles

O/S/F Brake Binding

Fail 6 Jun 2016 48,869 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

O/S/F Brake Binding

Fail 23 Jul 2015 45,954 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 45,954 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 41,689 miles

N/S/F Brake Binding

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

O/S/Rear Tyre old & Cracking

Pass 4 Jun 2013 36,471 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 32,955 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 32,955 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 26,733 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 19,290 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 13,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Mar 2009 13,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2008 10,469 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 MDF is a 2005 MG Zr in Black 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 MDF, 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 BK05 MDF registered?

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

Is BK05 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 MDF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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