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RX05 XKZ

2005 MG Zt

Green Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

96,916 mi
Last recorded96,916 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2005 MG Zt68,687 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 XKZ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 96,916 miles

both front tyres wearing thin

long travel on parking brake lever

Pass 18 May 2018 91,739 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2018 91,674 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 88,424 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 82,045 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 80,380 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 80,380 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 77,564 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 77,562 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 73,153 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 30 Apr 2012 70,523 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 70,523 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 66,137 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 66,047 miles

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

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

O/S/R tyre starting to wear close to 1.6mm

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 May 2010 59,563 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 May 2010 59,563 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 53,989 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 19 Jun 2008 47,285 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 47,275 miles

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

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

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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RX05 XKZ is a 2005 MG Zt in Green with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX05 XKZ, 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 RX05 XKZ registered?

RX05 XKZ is a 2005 MG Zt, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is RX05 XKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 XKZ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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