2004 MG ZT 2.0L Diesel · NJ04 WCW
2004 MG ZT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27/04/2004. Recorded mileage 82,831 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/10/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,831 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
NJ04 WCW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/09/2023
- 82,831 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: 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.
NJ04 WCW Mileage History
- 27/09/202181,830 mi
- 27/09/202181,830 mi
- 19/10/202282,169 mi+339 mi
- 27/09/202382,831 mi+662 mi
Average of roughly 501 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
NJ04 WCW 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 (NJ04 WCW) between September 2021 and September 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 September 2023 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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