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LX55 DXJ

2005 MG Zt

Silver Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,286 mi
Last recorded142,286 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 DXJ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 142,286 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 142,275 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 138,925 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 135,382 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2017 135,369 miles

Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 May 2016 127,225 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn more than n/s (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

wiper blades (front) worn

Pass 5 May 2015 110,124 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 98,127 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 85,189 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 85,189 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 69,408 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 52,671 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)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 33,988 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 29,622 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 21,514 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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LX55 DXJ is a 2005 MG Zt in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX55 DXJ, 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 LX55 DXJ registered?

LX55 DXJ is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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