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BV05 YHA

2005 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,662 mi
Last recorded71,662 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 YHA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 71,662 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 62,496 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorating

Pass 22 Jul 2013 58,218 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 55,481 miles

mist of oil leak from power steering rack

off side front tyre worn smooth on edges

Fail 18 Sep 2012 55,481 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

mist of oil leak from power steering rack

off side front tyre worn smooth on edges

Pass 26 May 2011 46,687 miles

exhaust tone loud

Pass 7 May 2010 38,022 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 28,409 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner to limit

Pass 22 Apr 2008 24,040 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 24,040 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

nearside steering rack gaitor damp

Pass 1 Apr 2008 23,653 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

hand brake is high

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 YHA is a 2005 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YHA, 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 YHA registered?

BV05 YHA is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BV05 YHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 YHA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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