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SB53 VNO

2004 MG Zt

Red Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

272,889 mi
Last recorded272,889 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 VNO
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 272,889 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 272,791 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 266,858 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 251,172 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 250,820 miles
Fail 6 May 2023 250,306 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 237,460 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 236,572 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 224,782 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 224,701 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 208,711 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 208,707 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 199,652 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018
Pass 8 Mar 2017 190,411 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 91,483 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 91,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SB53 VNO is a 2004 MG Zt in Red with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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

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 SB53 VNO, 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 SB53 VNO?

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What year was SB53 VNO registered?

SB53 VNO is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is SB53 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 VNO shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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