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BX54 RCZ

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,758 mi
Last recorded96,758 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX54 RCZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 96,758 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2014 90,091 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 83,254 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 75,607 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 65,872 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 57,045 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

over normal rear camber to both rear wheels noted but no apparant cause found

Fail 13 Nov 2010 57,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

over normal rear camber to both rear wheels noted but no apparant cause found

Pass 19 Nov 2009 49,999 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 43,741 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 25 Nov 2008 43,741 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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BX54 RCZ is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BX54 RCZ, 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 BX54 RCZ registered?

BX54 RCZ is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is BX54 RCZ safe to buy?

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