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VN04 LTU

2004 MG ZS

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,227 mi
Last recorded59,227 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 MG ZS58,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN04 LTU
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2013 59,227 miles

Sill covers fitted

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 12 Dec 2013 59,220 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Sill covers fitted

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2012 45,647 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Sill covers fitted

Fail 12 Dec 2012 45,625 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Exhaust deteriorated

Sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2011 30,988 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 15,649 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 12,568 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

windscreen washers require ajustment

Pass 8 Nov 2008 10,497 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 9,614 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 30,882 miles

Oil leak front of engine.

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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VN04 LTU is a 2004 MG ZS in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 58,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN04 LTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN04 LTU registered?

VN04 LTU is a 2004 MG ZS, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is VN04 LTU safe to buy?

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