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BX05 LKK

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,831 mi
Last recorded58,831 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 LKK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 58,831 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 53,714 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 49,524 miles

both outer sill panels damaged / loose

n/s rear tyre outer wall has multiple damage and inner wheel rim is damaged / out of shape

o/s and n/s rear seats have child seats fitted not able to fully test adult belts

o/s front tyre scrubbed inner edge

wiper blade rubbers split on ends

Fail 16 Apr 2014 49,456 miles

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

both outer sill panels damaged / loose

n/s rear tyre outer wall has multiple damage and inner wheel rim is damaged / out of shape

o/s and n/s rear seats have child seats fitted not able to fully test adult belts

o/s front tyre scrubbed inner edge

wiper blade rubbers split on ends

Pass 25 Apr 2013 44,805 miles

all wheels and tyre side walls are slightly damaged

front bumper trims missing [spot light and front indicator trim panels]

o/s and n/s [front] body kit sill trim panels damaged / loose

Fail 25 Apr 2013 44,805 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all wheels and tyre side walls are slightly damaged

front bumper trims missing [spot light and front indicator trim panels]

o/s and n/s [front] body kit sill trim panels damaged / loose

Pass 18 Apr 2012 39,608 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 34,407 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 30,342 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 30,342 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2009 26,231 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 22,130 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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 LKK is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LKK, 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 LKK registered?

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

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