2004 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · AX54 JXZ
2004 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2004. Recorded mileage 37,663 miles. MOT valid until 03/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,663 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2497cc
AX54 JXZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
- 37,663 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for MG MG ZT / ZT-T
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AX54 JXZ Mileage History
- 31/05/202335,767 mi
- 01/06/202335,773 mi+6 mi
- 08/06/202436,438 mi+665 mi
- 22/05/202537,318 mi+880 mi
- 04/03/202637,663 mi+345 mi
Average of roughly 687 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AX54 JXZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zt (AX54 JXZ) between May 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: MG ZT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ECU Flooding (Blocked Drains)(Serious)
The plenum chamber drains block with leaves, causing water to rise and submerge the engine ECU.
- Front Coil Spring Breakage(Moderate)
The front coil springs are prone to snapping due to fierce corrosion, particularly on UK roads with salt and potholes. This is a common MOT failure.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.8 Petrol)(Serious)
The 1.8 K-Series petrol engine is prone to head gasket failure if the cooling system is neglected. Symptoms include overheating and oil/coolant mixing.
- Brake Pipe Corrosion(Serious)
The brake pipes can corrode, particularly in areas where road salt is used. This is a serious safety concern and a common MOT failure point.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (AX54 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as AX54JXZ.
AUDI
A3
NISSAN
ALMERA
NISSAN
PRIMERA
NISSAN
NAVARA
KIA
SPORTAGE
NISSAN
NAVARA
NISSAN
NAVARA
BMW
X5
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
NISSAN
ALMERA
NISSAN
X-TRAIL
NISSAN
X-TRAIL