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BX05 JYS

2005 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,219 mi
Last recorded13,219 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 JYS
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 13,219 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 12,898 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 12,885 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,611 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 11,885 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 11,556 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 9,826 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 7,523 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 6,003 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 4,847 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 3,821 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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BX05 JYS is a 2005 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 68,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX05 JYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX05 JYS registered?

BX05 JYS is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BX05 JYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 JYS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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