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FY05 YSO

2005 MG Zt

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,762 mi
Last recorded63,762 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 YSO
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 63,762 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 60,134 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 56,618 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 56,608 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside and offside sill jacking point mounting rubbers missing

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2014 52,625 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2014 52,612 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 47,887 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 47,872 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 43,562 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2012 43,562 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2011 41,649 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 33,275 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 22,898 miles

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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FY05 YSO is a 2005 MG Zt in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FY05 YSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY05 YSO registered?

FY05 YSO is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FY05 YSO safe to buy?

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