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FE05 XJB

2005 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

94,021 mi
Last recorded94,021 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 XJB
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2012 94,021 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 94,021 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 81,629 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 81,629 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 72,770 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 72,770 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 72,770 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 63,136 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 63,121 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

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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FE05 XJB is a 2005 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 68,687 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 Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE05 XJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE05 XJB registered?

FE05 XJB is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is FE05 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 XJB shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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