2005 MG ZR 1.8L Petrol · AV05 OFU

The most recent MOT on 28 January 2022 at 87 990 miles shows a PASS, indicating the vehicle met the minimum roadworthiness standards at that point. However, the record also includes a FAIL just four days earlier on 24 January 2022 at 87 986 miles, followed by a PASS on the same day at 87 990 miles. The absence of recorded defects in both failures suggests the issues were likely advisory or minor items that were rectified before the retest, leaving the overall maintenance trend stable after the brief setback. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a 21‑year‑old car, averaging roughly 4 190 miles per year to reach 87 990 miles. The three entries are clustered in early 2022, after which the MOT history is silent until the present date of 8 August 2026. This four‑year gap in official testing means the vehicle has not been independently verified for roadworthiness since early 2022, which is a notable data sparsity that a buyer should treat with caution. A prospective purchaser should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, check the brake calipers for binding and the discs for uneven wear, and examine the exhaust for corrosion. Look closely at the underbody and wheel arches for rust, assess tyre tread depth and pressure, and verify that the battery and coolant are topped up and not sulphated. Any signs of prolonged static storage—such as seized handbrake cables, stiff steering bushes, or degraded rubber components—will be critical to identify before purchase.