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FX05 MZN

2005 MG ZS

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,549 mi
Last recorded99,549 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 MZN
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 99,549 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 99,444 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 93,866 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 91,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sills covered

Fail 8 Jul 2015 91,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sills covered

Pass 15 Jul 2014 89,977 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 89,977 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 89,950 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2013 81,304 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 81,300 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)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 68,443 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 54,978 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 54,978 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 42,475 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 35,213 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 27,299 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 27,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 MZN is a 2005 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MZN, 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.

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What year was FX05 MZN registered?

FX05 MZN is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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