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HJ04 XAG

2004 MG Zt-t

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

80,770 mi
Last recorded80,770 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 MG Zt-t82,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ04 XAG
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 80,770 miles

brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

rear tyres are showing some deterioration on there inner sidewalls

Fail 21 Feb 2018 80,770 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread area several lumps (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread area several lumps (4.1.D.1b)

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

brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

front tyres are showing some deterioration on there inner sidewall areas

Pass 6 Feb 2017 73,969 miles

brake, steering ,suspension and subframes are showing some surface rust and deterioration

rear tyres are worn down to 3.0mm and showing signs of wearing out of there natural shape on the inner tread area

Pass 16 Feb 2016 66,361 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 66,361 miles

Centre Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 57,807 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

unable to check rear coil springs fully, rubber spring assisters fitted

Fail 18 Feb 2015 57,803 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

unable to check rear coil springs fully, rubber spring assisters fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2014 55,013 miles

small chip to windscreen zone B

Fail 30 Jan 2014 55,013 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

small chip to windscreen zone B

Pass 31 Jan 2013 52,135 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 52,133 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 48,297 miles

hand brake travel excessive

rear exhaust box poor condition

Fail 31 Jan 2011 42,862 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 42,862 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 41,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 23 Jan 2009 35,978 miles

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

operation n/s handbrake

wear o/s/r tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2009 35,978 miles

operation n/s handbrake

wear o/s/r tyre

Pass 30 Jan 2008 32,340 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 27,562 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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HJ04 XAG is a 2004 MG Zt-t in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HJ04 XAG, 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.

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What year was HJ04 XAG registered?

HJ04 XAG is a 2004 MG Zt-t, first registered on 25 May 2004.

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