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CX05 EVD

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,066 mi
Last recorded65,066 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 EVD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 65,066 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear slight rust. (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Nov 2016 65,062 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear slight rust. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 55,772 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear 3/4 way along small rust spot (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 49,188 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 41,974 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 34,773 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 28,580 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 22,607 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 15,233 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 15,233 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 11,465 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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CX05 EVD is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CX05 EVD, 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 CX05 EVD registered?

CX05 EVD is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is CX05 EVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 EVD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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