2004 MG ZS 1.8L Petrol · V5 VCA
2004 MG ZS (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 74,507 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,507 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V5 VCA Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/09/2022
- 74,507 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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V5 VCA MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zs (V5 VCA) between September 2022 and September 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 September 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Classic)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- V6 VIS Motor FailureModerate
The Variable Intake System (VIS) motors on the 2.5 V6 fail, leaving the butterfly valves stuck in one position.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.6/1.8 Petrol)Serious
The 1.6 and 1.8 K-Series petrol engines are prone to head gasket failure, especially if the cooling system has been neglected. Blown head gaskets are a well-known fault on this platform.
- Front Suspension Bush WearModerate
The front suspension bushes wear prematurely, leading to vague steering, knocking noises over bumps, and uneven tyre wear. This is a common MOT failure point.
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