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DG05 OXL

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,756 mi
Last recorded73,756 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 73,756 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both outer (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust catching against body but is adequately supported

coil spring corroded Both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 66,384 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle and rear (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 59,466 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 59,463 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2014 54,099 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 49,838 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 46,814 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 46,814 miles

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

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 39,046 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 32,112 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 26,869 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

unable to test nearside rear seat belt correctly as child seat fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2009 26,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

unable to test nearside rear seat belt correctly as child seat fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,402 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 OXL is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey 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 DG05 OXL, 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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DG05 OXL is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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