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KR53 BTF

2004 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

103,720 mi
Last recorded103,720 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 BTF
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 103,720 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 103,056 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 101,511 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 100,292 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 99,412 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2021 98,010 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 97,174 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 95,666 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 95,248 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2017 92,881 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 92,245 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 91,647 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 90,432 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 88,318 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

condition of exhaust back box

Pass 17 Dec 2012 82,906 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 70,779 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 59,384 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Jan 2011 59,307 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 48,989 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 40,366 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 30,929 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Dec 2006 22,331 miles

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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KR53 BTF is a 2004 MG Zt in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 KR53 BTF, 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 KR53 BTF registered?

KR53 BTF is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is KR53 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 BTF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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