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LV05 VLF

2005 MG Zt

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,433 mi
Last recorded37,433 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 VLF
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 37,433 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 34,036 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 30,419 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,111 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 20,815 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre worn edges

Fail 28 Jul 2011 20,810 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre worn edges

Pass 10 Jul 2010 13,023 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 5,201 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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LV05 VLF is a 2005 MG Zt in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LV05 VLF, 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 LV05 VLF registered?

LV05 VLF is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LV05 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 VLF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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