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FX05 MZD

2005 MG ZS

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

180,237 mi
Last recorded180,237 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 MZD
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 180,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 175,928 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 171,238 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 171,238 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 161,827 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 154,089 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 154,076 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 133,874 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 133,864 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 113,807 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 92,126 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2011 92,069 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 73,789 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 53,724 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 32,915 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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FX05 MZD is a 2005 MG ZS in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 58,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX05 MZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX05 MZD registered?

FX05 MZD is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is FX05 MZD safe to buy?

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