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DK05 HVS

2005 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,971 mi
Last recorded96,971 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 HVS
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 96,971 miles

handbrake / tyres

Fail 31 Jul 2019 96,736 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both and bulbs insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

handbrake / tyres

Pass 23 Jul 2018 86,166 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 83,208 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 78,015 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 77,431 miles

Slight play in offside track rod end

Pass 16 Jul 2014 74,683 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 64,852 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 63,633 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 63,633 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 57,657 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 51,734 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 51,734 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 46,496 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 39,895 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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DK05 HVS is a 2005 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK05 HVS, 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 HVS registered?

DK05 HVS is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is DK05 HVS safe to buy?

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