2004 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · YY04 GVG
2004 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2004. Recorded mileage 98,836 miles. MOT valid until 19/12/2026. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/12/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,836 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2497cc
YY04 GVG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
- 98,836 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.
YY04 GVG Mileage History
- 10/12/202297,993 mi
- 27/11/202398,375 mi+382 mi
- 30/11/202498,573 mi+198 mi
- 16/12/202498,573 mi
- 08/12/202598,836 mi+263 mi
Average of roughly 281 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY04 GVG 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 (YY04 GVG) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 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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