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BN54 EXL

2004 MG Zt

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

56,185 mi
Last recorded56,185 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 EXL
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 56,185 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 56,185 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 52,948 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 52,946 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 46,515 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on edges

Fail 4 Jul 2013 46,515 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on edges

Pass 19 Apr 2011 43,437 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 43,367 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 35,601 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 30,407 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 23,103 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 23,035 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

n/s front tyre has sidewall damage but not through to cords

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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BN54 EXL is a 2004 MG Zt in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2004 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 69,682 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 Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN54 EXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN54 EXL?

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What year was BN54 EXL registered?

BN54 EXL is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is BN54 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 EXL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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