2004 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · WR04 XRN
2004 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 13/08/2004. Recorded mileage 92,500 miles. MOT valid until 22/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,500 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
WR04 XRN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2025
- 92,500 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: Good
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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.
WR04 XRN Mileage History
- 29/11/202284,020 mi
- 18/12/202384,650 mi+630 mi
- 23/12/202487,645 mi+2,995 mi
- 18/12/202592,491 mi+4,846 mi
- 19/12/202592,500 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 2,775 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WR04 XRN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Zt (WR04 XRN) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 December 2025 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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