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PK53 RCZ

2004 MG Zt

Grey Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

77,785 mi
Last recorded77,785 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 RCZ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 77,785 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 77,611 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 77,354 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 77,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 76,470 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 74,868 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 72,759 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 68,610 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 65,958 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 59,846 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 55,406 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 52,455 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 48,864 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 47,819 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 47,810 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2008 37,548 miles

near side rear tyre valve stem perished and cracked.

Fail 11 Aug 2008 37,548 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side rear tyre valve stem perished and cracked.

Fail 15 Jun 2007 28,408 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 28,408 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 26,936 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 26,936 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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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PK53 RCZ is a 2004 MG Zt in Grey with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PK53 RCZ, 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

How do I check the history of PK53 RCZ?

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What year was PK53 RCZ registered?

PK53 RCZ is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is PK53 RCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK53 RCZ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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