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YJ06 RXD

2006 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,624 mi
Last recorded44,624 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 MG Zr50,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ06 RXD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 44,624 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 44,469 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 44,335 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 44,195 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 44,067 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 43,901 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 43,901 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 43,851 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 43,770 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear tyres cracking

Fail 25 Nov 2017 43,770 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 18 Jun 2014 42,900 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 10 Jun 2013 42,040 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,756 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 39,754 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 36,621 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 33,210 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 26,527 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr?

Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
53,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,258
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,242
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,215
Stop lamp not working 16,145
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,953
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YJ06 RXD is a 2006 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 50,825 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ06 RXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zr typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ06 RXD registered?

YJ06 RXD is a 2006 MG Zr, first registered on 14 June 2006.

Is YJ06 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ06 RXD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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