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SF55 GDZ

2005 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,357 mi
Last recorded18,357 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Zr52,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 GDZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 18,357 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 17,620 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 16,346 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 13,187 miles

all 4 x tyres starting crack on treads

Pass 17 Sep 2013 11,168 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 11,168 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 8,722 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 7,113 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 5,687 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 4,789 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 3,288 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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SF55 GDZ is a 2005 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SF55 GDZ, 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 SF55 GDZ registered?

SF55 GDZ is a 2005 MG Zr, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is SF55 GDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 GDZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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