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BX05 ZSR

2005 MG ZS

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

95,692 mi
Last recorded95,692 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 ZSR
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 95,692 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 91,994 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 86,085 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 80,318 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 80,308 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 May 2016 68,459 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 61,451 miles

front brake pads wearing

headlight patterns [both]

Fail 4 Jul 2015 61,451 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake pads wearing

headlight patterns [both]

Pass 22 Jul 2014 55,747 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 55,745 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 50,677 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 47,983 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 45,733 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 40,670 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 40,670 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 35,268 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON THE INNER EDGES. esp N/S

FRONT PADS 3MM APPROX

Fail 27 Aug 2008 29,799 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 29,799 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 23,695 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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BX05 ZSR is a 2005 MG ZS in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 58,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX05 ZSR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX05 ZSR registered?

BX05 ZSR is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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