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BL54 KZG

2004 MG ZS

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

69,686 mi
Last recorded69,686 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 MG ZS58,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 KZG
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 69,686 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 69,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 63,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2018 63,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 58,696 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Jun 2016 54,018 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 54,018 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 48,307 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 43,421 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 43,382 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 39,710 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 39,710 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 36,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres wearing on inner egdes

Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres wearing on inner egdes

Pass 17 May 2011 32,506 miles

front brake pads looking worn low

Fail 10 May 2010 28,532 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight bulg in inner sidewall of n/s front tyre

Pass 10 May 2010 28,532 miles

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

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

slight bulg in inner sidewall of n/s front tyre

Pass 10 Apr 2009 23,394 miles

slight bulge in n/s front tyre-o.k. at moment

Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,222 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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BL54 KZG is a 2004 MG ZS in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL54 KZG, 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.

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What year was BL54 KZG registered?

BL54 KZG is a 2004 MG ZS, first registered on 21 December 2004.

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