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DK05 HRC

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

97,164 mi
Last recorded97,164 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2013
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 HRC
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2013 97,164 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 96,892 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2012 79,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 79,088 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 69,222 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 69,216 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 57,498 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 46,816 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 46,816 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 39,273 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 39,273 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DK05 HRC 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 54.5%.

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 DK05 HRC, 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 DK05 HRC registered?

DK05 HRC is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is DK05 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 HRC shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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