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DK55 KVL

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

80,063 mi
Last recorded80,063 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 KVL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 80,063 miles

Slight fluid stain power steering rack.

Pass 13 Nov 2019 76,535 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 69,742 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 65,184 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 61,333 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 57,395 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 50,702 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 43,757 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 43,757 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 40,869 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML On dash

Oil leak

vehicle battery insecure

Pass 12 Nov 2012 40,202 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 40,202 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 37,514 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Oct 2011 37,504 miles

Nearside 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)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 31,596 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 23,177 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 17,852 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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DK55 KVL is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 DK55 KVL, 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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What year was DK55 KVL registered?

DK55 KVL is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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