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RX55 BTO

2005 MG ZS

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,033 mi
Last recorded45,033 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 BTO
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 45,033 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 45,025 miles

Front tyres displaying 2009 datestamp Rear tyres displaying 2004 datestamp

Pass 14 Jun 2024 44,860 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 41,534 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 41,340 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively *** SIGNIFICANT *** (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 41,064 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 40,983 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 40,887 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 40,847 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 40,537 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 39,473 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 38,820 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2012 38,559 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 38,151 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 37,691 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,930 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 36,921 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)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 28,847 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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RX55 BTO is a 2005 MG ZS in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 58,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX55 BTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX55 BTO?

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What year was RX55 BTO registered?

RX55 BTO is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is RX55 BTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 BTO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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