2004 MG ZT 4.6L Petrol · CV04 PDU
2004 MG ZT (4.6L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2004. Recorded mileage 81,580 miles. MOT valid until 27/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,580 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 4600cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
CV04 PDU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2025
- 81,580 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.
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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.
CV04 PDU Mileage History
- 20/09/202279,262 mi
- 28/09/202279,264 mi+2 mi
- 25/09/202380,643 mi+1,379 mi
- 06/09/202481,104 mi+461 mi
- 04/09/202581,580 mi+476 mi
Average of roughly 784 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CV04 PDU 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 (CV04 PDU) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 September 2025 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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