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HC04 HVJ

2004 MG Zt-t

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

127,739 mi
Last recorded127,739 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 MG Zt-t82,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC04 HVJ
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 127,739 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2024 127,732 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 119,625 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 118,459 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 115,868 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 114,099 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 114,089 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 114,089 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear brake disc n/s touching back plate

Pass 11 Jan 2016 107,940 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 98,694 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 98,694 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 97,571 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 97,571 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 87,025 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 79,832 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 79,832 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 71,980 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 61,089 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)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 36,366 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt-t?

Based on 82,870 MOT tests across 5,411 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,534
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
5,411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,008
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,456
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,949
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1,471
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,422
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HC04 HVJ is a 2004 MG Zt-t in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 MG Zt-t models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 82,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt-t fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HC04 HVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HC04 HVJ registered?

HC04 HVJ is a 2004 MG Zt-t, first registered on 9 August 2004.

Is HC04 HVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC04 HVJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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