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DE05 HFJ

2005 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

61,208 mi
Last recorded61,208 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 HFJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 61,208 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Oct 2016 61,208 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Aug 2015 57,467 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 57,467 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 52,246 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 52,242 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 52,146 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 49,595 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 49,587 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 40,290 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 31,845 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 31,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 24,361 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,899 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 12,152 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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DE05 HFJ is a 2005 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DE05 HFJ, 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 DE05 HFJ registered?

DE05 HFJ is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is DE05 HFJ safe to buy?

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