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BK05 YLZ

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

20,340 mi
Last recorded20,340 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 YLZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 20,340 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill outer (6.1.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2025 20,290 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 20,145 miles

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 19,827 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 19,532 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 19,232 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 18,935 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 18,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 18,511 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 18,070 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 17,620 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 17,129 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 15,926 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 13,329 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 13,329 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 11,111 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 9,246 miles

advise hand brake adjustment

Pass 18 Jan 2010 7,716 miles

advise hand brake travel adjustment

Pass 17 Jul 2008 4,773 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 YLZ is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YLZ, 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 YLZ registered?

BK05 YLZ is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is BK05 YLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 YLZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK05 YLZ have outstanding finance?

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