2004 MG ZT 2.0L Diesel · FC04 UDU
2004 MG ZT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26/05/2004. Recorded mileage 54,841 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,841 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
FC04 UDU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2025
- 54,841 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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.
FC04 UDU Mileage History
- 30/06/202351,252 mi
- 18/07/202351,254 mi+2 mi
- 20/07/202351,254 mi
- 25/06/202454,517 mi+3,263 mi
- 14/07/202554,841 mi+324 mi
Average of roughly 1,760 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FC04 UDU 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 (FC04 UDU) between June 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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