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DF54 SBY

2004 MG Zt

Black Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,638 mi
Last recorded103,638 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 SBY
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 103,638 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 98,992 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 95,925 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 95,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 93,689 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 93,689 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 91,365 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2013 91,365 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 88,712 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 88,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 84,937 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 81,288 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 77,303 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 72,952 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 69,312 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)

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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DF54 SBY is a 2004 MG Zt in Black with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DF54 SBY, 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

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What year was DF54 SBY registered?

DF54 SBY is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is DF54 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF54 SBY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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