2004 MG ZT 4.6L Petrol · GD53 OCZ
2004 MG ZT (4.6L, petrol). First registered 27/01/2004. Recorded mileage 40,376 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,376 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.
GD53 OCZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2025
- 40,376 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: Average
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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GD53 OCZ Mileage History
- 26/07/202236,840 mi
- 19/07/202337,350 mi+510 mi
- 11/07/202439,300 mi+1,950 mi
- 30/07/202540,376 mi+1,076 mi
Average of roughly 1,174 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
GD53 OCZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zt (GD53 OCZ) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 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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