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BG04 XZK

2004 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,232 mi
Last recorded100,232 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 MG ZS58,386 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 XZK
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 100,232 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 100,071 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 95,038 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both outer at rear ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Apr 2017 95,038 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both outer at rear ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 89,834 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 85,174 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Mar 2015 85,133 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Mar 2014 80,450 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 71,788 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 61,233 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 51,459 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 40,469 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 31,458 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 24,794 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 24,794 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 22,404 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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BG04 XZK is a 2004 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG04 XZK, 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

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What year was BG04 XZK registered?

BG04 XZK is a 2004 MG ZS, first registered on 17 April 2004.

Is BG04 XZK safe to buy?

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