2004 MG ZT 2.0L Diesel · M9 VMS
2004 MG ZT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23/07/2004. Recorded mileage 159,559 miles. MOT valid until 07/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,559 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
M9 VMS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2026
- 159,559 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.
M9 VMS Mileage History
- 31/03/2022146,896 mi
- 01/04/2023150,251 mi+3,355 mi
- 08/04/2024152,082 mi+1,831 mi
- 29/03/2025156,922 mi+4,840 mi
- 21/03/2026159,559 mi+2,637 mi
Average of roughly 3,188 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
M9 VMS 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 (M9 VMS) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 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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