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FY54 HWZ

2004 MG ZS

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

171,595 mi
Last recorded171,595 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 MG ZS58,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 HWZ
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2015 171,595 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 161,156 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre exhaust slight blow temp repair

temp fuel cap

Pass 28 Mar 2013 140,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 140,304 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 118,712 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY WORN - RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

COOLANT LEVEL LOW AND LIGHT ON DASH

LUGGAGE COMAPRTMENT INSPECTION IMPEEDED BY CARGO

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

REAR SEATS FOLDED AND CARGO PRESENT - ALL REAR SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED

SLIGHT BIND IN BOTH REAR BRAKES - RECOMMEND REAR BRAKE SERVICE

SLIGHT RUN OUT IN NSR TYRE AND WHEEL

Fail 7 Mar 2012 118,288 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY WORN - RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

COOLANT LEVEL LOW AND LIGHT ON DASH

LUGGAGE COMAPRTMENT INSPECTION IMPEEDED BY CARGO

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

REAR SEATS FOLDED AND CARGO PRESENT - ALL REAR SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED

SLIGHT BIND IN BOTH REAR BRAKES - RECOMMEND REAR BRAKE SERVICE

SLIGHT RUN OUT IN NSR TYRE AND WHEEL

Pass 24 Mar 2011 95,006 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

slight gear oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2011 95,005 miles

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

slight gear oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2010 73,408 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 65,492 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 56,310 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 54,131 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 50,184 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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FY54 HWZ is a 2004 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FY54 HWZ, 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 FY54 HWZ registered?

FY54 HWZ is a 2004 MG ZS, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is FY54 HWZ safe to buy?

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