2004 MG ZS 1.8L Petrol · VX54 HDF
2004 MG ZS (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19 Nov 2004. Recorded mileage 74,665 miles. MOT expired on 03 Jan 2023.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Jan 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,665 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VX54 HDF Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/01/2022
- 74,665 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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VX54 HDF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zs (VX54 HDF) between January 2022 and January 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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
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- 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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