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MG ZR

Yellow · Petrol · 2004 · 1,396 cc

L5 BXNMOT history

L5 BXN is a yellow petrol MG ZR first used on 26 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2026
Mileage
64,105 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 BXN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZR
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 BXN was last recorded at 64,105 miles on 26 Apr 2025, 1,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,294 miles · 23 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,811 miles
Average per year
2,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,105 miles
  • 2024 – 62,294 miles
  • 2023 – 51,243 miles
  • 2022 – 51,204 miles
  • 2017 – 51,190 miles
  • 2016 – 47,793 miles
  • 2015 – 43,817 miles
  • 2014 – 40,332 miles
  • 2013 – 36,181 miles
  • 2012 – 31,342 miles
  • 2011 – 28,008 miles
  • 2010 – 23,677 miles
  • 2009 – 19,200 miles
  • 2008 – 15,616 miles
  • 2007 – 11,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,105 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,105 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    64,105 miles
    Test number
    984280725485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  2. Fail64,105 miles (+1,811)1 dangerous3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,105 miles
    Test number
    662318225498
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  3. Pass62,294 miles (+11,051)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    62,294 miles
    Test number
    544513216410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,243 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    51,243 miles
    Test number
    488915467765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,204 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    51,204 miles
    Test number
    931363502860
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  6. Fail51,196 miles (+6)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,196 miles
    Test number
    845958561531
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Pass51,190 miles (+3,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    51,190 miles
    Test number
    399867121925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass47,793 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    47,793 miles
    Test number
    949539477159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail47,778 miles (+3,961)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,778 miles
    Test number
    847997940975
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass43,817 miles (+3,485)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    43,817 miles
    Test number
    484072421697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,332 miles (+4,151)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,332 miles
    Test number
    179371144278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,181 miles
    Test number
    736912943246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,181 miles (+4,839)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,181 miles
    Test number
    625751943239
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass31,342 miles (+3,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,342 miles
    Test number
    925143942223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass28,008 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,008 miles
    Test number
    529017321228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,677 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,677 miles
    Test number
    312468330408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,611 miles (+4,411)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,611 miles
    Test number
    510700530247
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass19,200 miles (+3,584)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,200 miles
    Test number
    442326839245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    15,616 miles
    Test number
    451469238217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,616 miles (+3,740)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,616 miles
    Test number
    904559938271
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass11,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    11,876 miles
    Test number
    684756127275
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L5 BXN

Does L5 BXN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 BXN expired on 25 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 BXN?
The MOT on L5 BXN expired on 25 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 BXN done?
L5 BXN was recorded at 64,105 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2025, an average of 2,951 miles a year.
Has L5 BXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 BXN has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 BXN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L5 BXN find?
L5 BXN passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; reverse lights not working.

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