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RX56 TXP

2006 MG ZS

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

39,981 mi
Last recorded39,981 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2012
Typical for 2006 MG ZS53,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 TXP
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2012 39,981 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges and tyre wall perishing

o/s/f cv boot cracking

o/s/r tyre wall perishing

Fail 29 Dec 2012 39,957 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges and tyre wall perishing

o/s/f cv boot cracking

o/s/r tyre wall perishing

Pass 31 Dec 2011 36,680 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2011 36,680 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 30,321 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres worn iner edge

nearside rear brake pipe (metal part) corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2010 23,232 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2009 23,159 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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RX56 TXP is a 2006 MG ZS in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2006 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,956 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 ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX56 TXP, 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 20 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX56 TXP registered?

RX56 TXP is a 2006 MG ZS, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is RX56 TXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 TXP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX56 TXP have outstanding finance?

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