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BL54 MVW

2005 MG Zt

Red Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,209 mi
Last recorded26,209 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 MVW
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 26,209 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 26,209 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 25,201 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 23,192 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 23,192 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 20,780 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2023 20,780 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 20,448 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 20,448 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 20,174 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 19,902 miles

brake discs rusted

Fail 18 Jun 2015 19,877 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 19,877 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 19,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 19,408 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 19,359 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 19,184 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 18,968 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 17,164 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 14,523 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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BL54 MVW is a 2005 MG Zt in Red with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 68,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL54 MVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL54 MVW registered?

BL54 MVW is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is BL54 MVW safe to buy?

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