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BX05 PDY

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,745 mi
Last recorded85,745 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 PDY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2015 85,745 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

offside inner rack end has slight wear

Fail 11 Jul 2015 85,740 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

offside inner rack end has slight wear

Pass 5 Jul 2014 69,878 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 60,959 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 48,500 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 48,491 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 36,861 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 36,861 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 32,062 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 24,418 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 24,418 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 23,916 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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BX05 PDY is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PDY, 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 PDY registered?

BX05 PDY is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is BX05 PDY safe to buy?

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