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BK05 YOM

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,479 mi
Last recorded67,479 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 67,479 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Jan 2017 67,433 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)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Front Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 62,172 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 56,681 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 44,448 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 43,657 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 41,870 miles

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

nsr tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 24 Jul 2012 41,870 miles

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

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

nsr tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 28 Jul 2011 36,228 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 31,815 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,628 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2009 27,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 22,956 miles

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

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 YOM 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 76.9%.

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 YOM, 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 YOM registered?

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

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