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BX05 LHP

2005 MG Zr

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,539 mi
Last recorded44,539 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2012
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 LHP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2012 44,539 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine man light on

Pass 23 Mar 2011 33,436 miles

engine managment light on

Pass 15 Mar 2010 30,355 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 27,214 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 22,606 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 22,606 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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BX05 LHP is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BX05 LHP, 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 BX05 LHP registered?

BX05 LHP is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BX05 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 LHP shows 6 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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