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DG05 OWJ

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,677 mi
Last recorded95,677 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 OWJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2019 95,677 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front exhaust flexi pipe worn

Front tyres cracking

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank straps corroded

high level brake light inop

Pass 31 Jan 2018 92,185 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 90,367 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 87,404 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 87,404 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 79,859 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 72,479 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 56,481 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 56,481 miles

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

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)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 40,859 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 35,522 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 28,094 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 28,094 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 20,123 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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DG05 OWJ is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DG05 OWJ, 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 DG05 OWJ registered?

DG05 OWJ is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DG05 OWJ safe to buy?

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