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HF55 GYO

2005 MG ZS

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,768 mi
Last recorded63,768 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 GYO
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 63,768 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around jacking point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 53,395 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine,side sill covers fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2021 53,394 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine,side sill covers fitted

oil level low

Pass 25 Sep 2020 52,324 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 51,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 51,570 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 50,150 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 48,265 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 46,201 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 43,862 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 46,862 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 41,492 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 39,201 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 39,199 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear wiper poor

Pass 2 Oct 2012 36,610 miles

slight damage n/s/f tyre

Fail 27 Sep 2011 32,305 miles

Both o/s door handles loose.

Exhaust smokey on smoke test.

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 32,305 miles

Both o/s door handles loose.

Exhaust smokey on smoke test.

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 27,158 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 27,158 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,231 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 16,960 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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HF55 GYO is a 2005 MG ZS in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HF55 GYO, 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 HF55 GYO registered?

HF55 GYO is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 10 October 2005.

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The MOT history for HF55 GYO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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