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AV05 KXT

2005 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,367 mi
Last recorded96,367 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 KXT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 96,367 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip (8.3.1a)

engine light on

Fail 9 Feb 2018 96,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip (8.3.1a)

engine light on

Pass 6 Feb 2017 89,687 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 6 Feb 2017 89,687 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2016 86,494 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 83,049 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 78,445 miles

n/side front tyre low

Pass 6 Feb 2013 76,249 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 76,249 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 69,519 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 62,726 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)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 43,731 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 31,405 miles

both front tyres worn bold on inner edges

damp around near side steering rack

Fail 29 Apr 2009 31,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn bold on inner edges

damp around near side steering rack

Pass 19 Mar 2008 16,363 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 16,363 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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 KXT is a 2005 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KXT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV05 KXT registered?

AV05 KXT is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is AV05 KXT safe to buy?

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