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BX55 KHF

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,368 mi
Last recorded73,368 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 KHF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 73,368 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 66,008 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 60,856 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 16 Aug 2016 54,590 miles

rear pads low

Pass 20 Aug 2015 48,524 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 48,435 miles

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

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front brake binding

Pass 12 Aug 2014 42,995 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 42,993 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 38,063 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust box corroided

slight play in n/s/f shockabsorber centre shaft

Pass 22 Aug 2012 32,956 miles

front tyres worn on edge

Pass 8 Aug 2011 28,772 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

slight side wall damadge o/s/r tyre

Fail 6 Aug 2011 28,762 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

slight side wall damadge o/s/r tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2010 22,118 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 17,087 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 11,833 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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BX55 KHF is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BX55 KHF, 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 BX55 KHF registered?

BX55 KHF is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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