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BU54 OKJ

2005 MG Zt-t

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,815 mi
Last recorded102,815 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zt-t81,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 OKJ
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 102,815 miles

both front head lamps slightly deteriorated

both rear metal brake pipes slight corrosion

both rear suspension arms very rusty but still serviceable

engine oil leak

front brake pads wearing thin

hand brake both sides low effort

Fail 24 Feb 2017 102,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp (7.1.1)

both front head lamps slightly deteriorated

both rear metal brake pipes slight corrosion

both rear suspension arms very rusty but still serviceable

engine oil leak

front brake pads wearing thin

hand brake both sides low effort

Pass 25 Jan 2016 75,241 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 75,241 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 67,639 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 58,236 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 58,236 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 50,588 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 50,582 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 45,472 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 45,472 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 39,760 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 34,118 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 26,890 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 21,358 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt-t?

Based on 82,870 MOT tests across 5,411 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,534
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
5,411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,008
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,456
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,949
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1,471
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,422
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BU54 OKJ is a 2005 MG Zt-t in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt-t models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 81,088 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 Zt-t fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 OKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU54 OKJ registered?

BU54 OKJ is a 2005 MG Zt-t, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is BU54 OKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 OKJ shows 15 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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