2004 MG ZT 4.6L Petrol · DF04 BZM
2004 MG ZT (4.6L, petrol). First registered 29/05/2004. Recorded mileage 35,486 miles. MOT valid until 29/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,486 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 4600cc
DF04 BZM Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 35,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
DF04 BZM Mileage History
- 30/04/202434,825 mi
- 03/04/202534,996 mi+171 mi
- 31/03/202635,486 mi+490 mi
Average of roughly 345 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
DF04 BZM 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 (DF04 BZM) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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