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AV05 HXK

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

120,704 mi
Last recorded120,704 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 HXK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 120,704 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 24 May 2017 110,747 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 99,738 miles

Door sill cover fitted

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front outer (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 May 2015 91,523 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 91,523 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2014 82,158 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 72,887 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 72,887 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Pass 23 May 2012 64,105 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 54,910 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 43,791 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 43,790 miles

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 34,688 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 26,415 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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AV05 HXK is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 52,617 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 AV05 HXK, 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 21 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV05 HXK registered?

AV05 HXK is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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