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LV05 VLP

2005 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,183 mi
Last recorded27,183 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 VLP
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 27,183 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 26,737 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 26,376 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 25,553 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 24,809 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 23,587 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 22,606 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 22,606 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 22,256 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 21,346 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 20,429 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 19,175 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 17,540 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 14,775 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 11,454 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 8,511 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 6,384 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 VLP is a 2005 MG Zt in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VLP, 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 VLP registered?

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

Is LV05 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 VLP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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