2004 MG ZT 2.0L Diesel · BA04 TKD
2004 MG ZT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21/07/2004. Recorded mileage 138,189 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/08/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,189 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1951cc
BA04 TKD Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2023
- 138,189 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: Below Average
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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.
BA04 TKD Mileage History
- 16/08/2022128,928 mi
- 29/07/2023138,189 mi+9,261 mi
- 29/07/2023138,189 mi
Average of roughly 9,747 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
BA04 TKD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zt (BA04 TKD) between August 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 July 2023 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.
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