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BU05 UOT

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,365 mi
Last recorded87,365 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 UOT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 87,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 60,530 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 52,285 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 39,370 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 39,370 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,657 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 33,657 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre poor condition and crackes in tread

Pass 8 Jul 2011 28,954 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 28,954 miles

Nearside Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 12 May 2010 25,049 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 21,405 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 21,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BU05 UOT is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BU05 UOT, 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 BU05 UOT registered?

BU05 UOT is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is BU05 UOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 UOT shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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