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SG05 XMB

2005 MG ZS

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

85,548 mi
Last recorded85,548 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2005 MG ZS58,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 XMB
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 85,548 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 May 2017 85,546 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 75,602 miles

all brakes binding slightly

Pass 27 Apr 2012 73,037 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 61,851 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 4 Jan 2011 61,852 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 38,572 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2008 32,051 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 32,051 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 29,009 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 29,009 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)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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SG05 XMB is a 2005 MG ZS in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 SG05 XMB, 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

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What year was SG05 XMB registered?

SG05 XMB is a 2005 MG ZS, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is SG05 XMB safe to buy?

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