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KG05 DTX

2005 MG ZS

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

125,258 mi
Last recorded125,258 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 DTX
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 125,258 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 122,241 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 119,160 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 115,982 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 113,121 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 107,599 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 107,113 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 103,660 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear outer skin rusted

Pass 25 Apr 2018 101,722 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 98,560 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 94,704 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 89,197 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 89,197 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 84,441 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 84,441 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 80,973 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 77,422 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 73,750 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 69,926 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 69,926 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 65,630 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 65,630 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 May 2008 52,038 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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KG05 DTX is a 2005 MG ZS in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KG05 DTX, 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 KG05 DTX registered?

KG05 DTX is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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The MOT history for KG05 DTX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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