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AU54 XAR

2004 MG ZS

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,606 mi
Last recorded24,606 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2004 MG ZS58,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 XAR
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 24,606 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 24,572 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 22,479 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 20,011 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 20,007 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 16,986 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 16,986 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

windows tinted

Pass 3 Dec 2009 15,603 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 7,582 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 7,582 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 5,849 miles

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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AU54 XAR is a 2004 MG ZS in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 58,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU54 XAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU54 XAR?

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What year was AU54 XAR registered?

AU54 XAR is a 2004 MG ZS, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is AU54 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 XAR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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