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CA54 NZW

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

69,113 mi
Last recorded69,113 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 NZW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 69,113 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 68,817 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 66,922 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 64,929 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 62,203 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 59,225 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 56,353 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 53,485 miles

Both rear tyres close to the limit

Pass 21 Feb 2013 49,831 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 45,640 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 41,432 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 37,692 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 37,692 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 33,766 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 33,746 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 28,921 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 28,921 miles

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

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

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

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

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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CA54 NZW is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CA54 NZW, 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 CA54 NZW registered?

CA54 NZW is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 26 February 2005.

Is CA54 NZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA54 NZW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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