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NX05 HPV

2005 MG Zt

Silver Petrol 4601cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,781 mi
Last recorded38,781 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 HPV
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 38,781 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 38,279 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 38,261 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2014 36,609 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 35,667 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 May 2012 35,667 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 32,376 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 27,981 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 24,685 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 20,746 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 20,746 miles

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

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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NX05 HPV is a 2005 MG Zt in Silver with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 NX05 HPV, 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

How do I check the history of NX05 HPV?

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What year was NX05 HPV registered?

NX05 HPV is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is NX05 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX05 HPV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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