2004 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · RY53 AEB
2004 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2004. Recorded mileage 97,389 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/12/2015
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (30/09/2015)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,389 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
RY53 AEB Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2014
- 97,389 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
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.
RY53 AEB Mileage History
- 15/01/200722,810 mi
- 21/01/200832,179 mi+9,369 mi
- 12/01/200942,031 mi+9,852 mi
- 11/01/201051,475 mi+9,444 mi
- 11/01/201161,515 mi+10,040 mi
- 23/01/201271,044 mi+9,529 mi
- 21/08/201275,570 mi+4,526 mi
- 28/01/201380,530 mi+4,960 mi
- 31/01/201489,724 mi+9,194 mi
- 31/01/201489,724 mi
- 15/12/201497,389 mi+7,665 mi
Average of roughly 9,423 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.
RY53 AEB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zt (RY53 AEB) between January 2007 and December 2014.
The record contains 10 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 December 2014 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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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