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RV05 ZYD

2005 MG Zt

Black Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

178,496 mi
Last recorded178,496 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 ZYD
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 178,496 miles

headlamp lenses in poor condition

Pass 20 Sep 2019 161,743 miles

headlamp lenses in poor condition

Pass 20 Sep 2018 145,114 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 131,564 miles

centre exhaust heat shield insecure

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 20 Sep 2016 111,933 miles

N/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 25 Sep 2015 106,850 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both near side and off side front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 106,847 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both near side and off side front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 104,026 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 101,314 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 97,136 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 93,943 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 83,649 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 70,852 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 57,058 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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RV05 ZYD is a 2005 MG Zt in Black with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RV05 ZYD, 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 RV05 ZYD registered?

RV05 ZYD is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is RV05 ZYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 ZYD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV05 ZYD have outstanding finance?

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