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KP54 DJF

2005 MG ZS

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

85,537 mi
Last recorded85,537 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP54 DJF
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 85,537 miles

both front brakes have slight bind

both undersills chassis rails and suspension arms corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2024 82,128 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 76,743 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 72,540 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2021 68,872 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 63,752 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 59,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 55,634 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Dec 2018 55,634 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 53,249 miles

all tyres have light sidewall cracks

Fail 19 Jan 2018 53,249 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

all tyres have light sidewall cracks

Pass 5 Jan 2017 51,201 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 48,643 miles

nsr door handle broken

Pass 10 Jan 2015 44,723 miles

mid to rear exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2014 41,782 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 39,525 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 38,446 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 35,145 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 31,735 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 26,909 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 21,606 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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KP54 DJF is a 2005 MG ZS in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 KP54 DJF, 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 KP54 DJF registered?

KP54 DJF is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is KP54 DJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP54 DJF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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