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VE54 NKT

2004 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

147,272 mi
Last recorded147,272 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 NKT
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 147,272 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

corrosion on both rear sills

rear brake discs corroding

Pass 14 Nov 2024 145,499 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

ns sill corroding

os sill corroding (front)

Pass 25 Nov 2023 142,267 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 139,014 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 138,803 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 138,705 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Nov 2019 138,517 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Nov 2018 138,172 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 137,294 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 135,715 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 131,430 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 127,891 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 125,228 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 120,203 miles

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

rear exhaust box is deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2012 120,203 miles

rear exhaust box is deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2011 115,957 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 107,065 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 107,065 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 93,247 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 93,247 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 75,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2007 58,398 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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VE54 NKT is a 2004 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VE54 NKT, 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 VE54 NKT registered?

VE54 NKT is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 19 December 2004.

Is VE54 NKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 NKT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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