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K17 SKN

2005 MG Zt

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,445 mi
Last recorded36,445 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 SKN
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 36,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 33,259 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 30,646 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 28,572 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 27,333 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 27,284 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 26,499 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2018 26,499 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 25,611 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 23,290 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 21,435 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 20,266 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 18,575 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,664 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 13,161 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 10,967 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 10,967 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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K17 SKN is a 2005 MG Zt in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K17 SKN, 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

How do I check the history of K17 SKN?

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What year was K17 SKN registered?

K17 SKN is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is K17 SKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 SKN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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