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BX55 YMA

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

74,312 mi
Last recorded74,312 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 YMA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 74,312 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 65,977 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 57,667 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 49,120 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 49,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack pinion seal and n/s gaiter (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 44,796 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 44,786 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 44,750 miles

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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 43,477 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 38,245 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 38,245 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 33,413 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 27,176 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Dec 2010 27,176 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 20,655 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 4 Dec 2009 20,655 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 13,621 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Dec 2008 13,621 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 YMA is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 BX55 YMA, 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.

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BX55 YMA is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 8 December 2005.

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