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BU53 RXP

2004 MG Zt

Red Lpg 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,225 mi
Last recorded97,225 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 RXP
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 97,225 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 89,550 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 87,026 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 83,598 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 83,319 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 83,061 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 81,809 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 75,782 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2015 75,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 75,673 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 74,597 miles

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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BU53 RXP is a 2004 MG Zt in Red with a 4,600cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU53 RXP, 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 BU53 RXP?

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What year was BU53 RXP registered?

BU53 RXP is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 11 February 2004.

Is BU53 RXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 RXP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 RXP have outstanding finance?

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