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BV05 MWM

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,930 mi
Last recorded104,930 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 MWM
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 104,930 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 104,930 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2016 100,046 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 89,654 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 89,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 79,113 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 71,169 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 62,659 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 56,088 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 56,088 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 54,023 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 48,345 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 48,345 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 40,362 miles

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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BV05 MWM is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BV05 MWM, 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.

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What year was BV05 MWM registered?

BV05 MWM is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 4 April 2005.

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