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DF04 BXZ

2004 MG ZS

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,872 mi
Last recorded75,872 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 MG ZS58,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 BXZ
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 75,872 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 73,655 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 67,551 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 67,545 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 60,450 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 49,461 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 46,203 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 46,203 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 40,763 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 40,763 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 33,914 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 27,012 miles

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

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

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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DF04 BXZ is a 2004 MG ZS in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DF04 BXZ, 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 DF04 BXZ registered?

DF04 BXZ is a 2004 MG ZS, first registered on 14 July 2004.

Is DF04 BXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF04 BXZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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