2004 MG ZR 1.4L Petrol · SB54 DLF
2004 MG ZR (1.4L, petrol). First registered 29/11/2004. Recorded mileage 107,509 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZR
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/04/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,509 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1396cc
SB54 DLF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/04/2024
- 107,509 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
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Known faults for MG MG ZR
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SB54 DLF Mileage History
- 14/01/202292,162 mi
- 23/03/202399,461 mi+7,299 mi
- 06/04/2024107,509 mi+8,048 mi
Average of roughly 6,893 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
SB54 DLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zr (SB54 DLF) between January 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 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 ZR
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (HGF)(Serious)
The K-Series engine is prone to head gasket failure due to its small coolant capacity and plastic locating dowels that allow the head to shift.
- SCU / BCU Failure (Pektron)(Moderate)
Later models (2003+) use a Pektron SCU that controls windows, fobs, and wipers. It is notorious for relay failure.
- Worn Front Suspension(Moderate)
The front suspension bushes and ball joints wear out, leading to vague steering, knocking noises, and poor handling. This is a common MOT failure point and can be exacerbated by hard driving.
- Coil Pack Failure(Moderate)
The ignition coil pack is known for failing on the ZR, causing misfires, rough running, and difficulty starting.
- Door Lock Failure(Moderate)
The door lock actuators, particularly on the driver's door, are known to fail, making it difficult to lock or unlock the car.
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