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BU54 OMV

2005 MG ZS

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,221 mi
Last recorded80,221 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 OMV
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 80,221 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 72,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 72,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 65,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 65,028 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 59,679 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 54,043 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2011 48,553 miles

Protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle & over outer sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 20 Dec 2010 43,461 miles

Protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle & over outer sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 19 Dec 2009 36,656 miles

Protective covers fitted to underside front of vehicle & over outer sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 19 Dec 2008 29,004 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

SRS light displayed constantly

protective covers fitted to underside front of vehicle & over outer sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 19 Dec 2007 23,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre slight sidewall damage

underside covers fitted to vehicle restricting inspection process

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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BU54 OMV is a 2005 MG ZS in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 58,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 OMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was BU54 OMV registered?

BU54 OMV is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is BU54 OMV safe to buy?

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