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CV05 ZBL

2005 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,007 mi
Last recorded77,007 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 ZBL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 77,007 miles

both beam images just visible. BORDERLINE PASS

Fail 2 Aug 2016 77,007 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

both beam images just visible. BORDERLINE PASS

Pass 23 Jun 2015 71,419 miles

both headlamp lenses starting to fog, but not affecting beam image

signs of power steering leak from n/s of steering rack

Fail 23 Jun 2015 71,419 miles

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

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

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

both headlamp lenses starting to fog, but not affecting beam image

signs of power steering leak from n/s of steering rack

Pass 23 Jun 2014 66,334 miles

slight oil leak n/s of power steering rack

small split in both wiper blades

Pass 20 Jun 2013 60,347 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking between tread pattern slighty

Fail 20 Jun 2013 60,347 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

n/s/f tyre cracking between tread pattern slighty

Pass 20 Jun 2012 55,703 miles

slight oil leak from n/s steering rack boot

Pass 23 Jun 2011 50,493 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 50,349 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 43,026 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 30,914 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 23,866 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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CV05 ZBL is a 2005 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CV05 ZBL, 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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What year was CV05 ZBL registered?

CV05 ZBL is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is CV05 ZBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV05 ZBL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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