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AY04 PHN

2004 MG ZS

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

135,978 mi
Last recorded135,978 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 MG ZS58,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 PHN
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 135,978 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 135,978 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 126,681 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/f brake slightly binding

Pass 11 Mar 2014 111,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 101,757 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 101,757 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 92,484 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre badly cracked

tow bar socket o/s side light not working

Pass 3 Mar 2011 81,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 73,701 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 73,701 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 66,902 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 66,902 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 57,588 miles

unable to fully inspect sills [covers fitted]

Pass 17 Mar 2007 44,446 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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AY04 PHN is a 2004 MG ZS in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AY04 PHN, 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 AY04 PHN?

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What year was AY04 PHN registered?

AY04 PHN is a 2004 MG ZS, first registered on 17 March 2004.

Is AY04 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY04 PHN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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