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BU54 ORX

2005 MG Zr

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,517 mi
Last recorded152,517 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 ORX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 152,517 miles

EML light on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 142,994 miles

Engine Warning Light On

Pass 16 Feb 2015 139,257 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 139,257 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 132,286 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 124,194 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2013 124,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 112,066 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 104,490 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

nearside rear brake slight bind

Pass 8 Jan 2010 89,660 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 73,794 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 52,852 miles

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

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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BU54 ORX is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue 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 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 BU54 ORX, 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 BU54 ORX registered?

BU54 ORX is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is BU54 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 ORX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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