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X400 HEL

2005 MG Zt-t

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

96,166 mi
Last recorded96,166 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Zt-t81,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX400 HEL
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 96,166 miles

One of the exhaust heat shields is secured with cable ties

The front number plate is slightly damaged. rear registration plate is slightly delaminated

The n/s/r door won't unlock centrally

The o/s/f window switch and rear wiper is not working

There are slight leaks from the engine and the driveshaft seals

There are small stone chips in the windscreen

There is various slight bodywork damage including the bumpers and tailgate

There is various slight underbody corrosion including the front and rear sub frames but have been waxed, various brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

steering rack damp with oil

Fail 25 Jun 2026 96,166 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

One of the exhaust heat shields is secured with cable ties

The front number plate is slightly damaged. rear registration plate is slightly delaminated

The n/s/r door won't unlock centrally

The o/s/f window switch and rear wiper is not working

There are slight leaks from the engine and the driveshaft seals

There are small stone chips in the windscreen

There is various slight bodywork damage including the bumpers and tailgate

There is various slight underbody corrosion including the front and rear sub frames but have been waxed, various brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

n/s/r tyre worn to 3mm heavily worn on inner edge ( the legal limit is 1.6mm

steering rack damp with oil

Pass 17 Jun 2025 91,340 miles

N/s/f tyre worn to 3mm, O/s/f tyre worn to 4 mm, O/s/r tyre worn heavily on the inner edge. Legal limit 1.6 mm

One of the exhaust heat shields is secured with cable ties

Rear exhaust silencer seal with exhaust paste

The front number plate is slightly damaged. rear registration plate is slightly delaminated

The n/s/r door won't unlock centrally

The o/s/f window switch and rear wiper is not working

There are slight leaks from the engine and the driveshaft seals

There are small stone chips in the windscreen

There is various slight bodywork damage including the bumpers and tailgate

There is various slight underbody corrosion including the front and rear sub frames but have been waxed

Fail 17 Jun 2025 91,340 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

One of the exhaust heat shields is secured with cable ties

The front number plate is slightly damaged. rear registration plate is slightly delaminated

The n/s/r door won't unlock centrally

The o/s/f window switch and rear wiper is not working

There are slight leaks from the engine and the driveshaft seals

There are small stone chips in the windscreen

There is various slight bodywork damage including the bumpers and tailgate

There is various slight underbody corrosion including the front and rear sub frames but have been waxed

Pass 24 Jun 2024 86,432 miles

One of the exhaust heat sheilds is secured with cable ties

The alternator is noisy

The front number plate is slightly damaged. rear registration plate is slightly delaminated

The n/s/r door won't unlock centrally

The o/s/f window switch and rear wiper is not working

There are slight leaks from the engine and the driveshaft seals

There are small stonechips in the windscreen

There is various slight bodywork damage including the bumpers and tailgate

There is various slight underbody corrosion including the front and rear sub frames but have been waxed

Fail 24 Jun 2024 86,432 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

One of the exhaust heat sheilds is secured with cable ties

The alternator is noisy

The front number plate is slightly damaged. rear registration plate is slightly delaminated

The n/s/r door won't unlock centrally

The o/s/f window switch and rear wiper is not working

There are slight leaks from the engine and the driveshaft seals

There are small stonechips in the windscreen

There is various slight bodywork damage including the bumpers and tailgate

There is various slight underbody corrosion including the front and rear sub frames but have been waxed

Pass 29 Jun 2023 80,733 miles

One of the exhaust heat sheilds is secured with cable ties

The alternator is noisy

The front brake discs inside surfaces are corroded and the pads are low

The front tyre tread depths are low

The n/s/r door won't unlock centrally

The o/s/f window switch and rear wiper is not working

The rear registration plate is slightly delainated

There are slight leaks from the engine and the driveshaft seals

There are small stonechips in the windscreen

There is various slight bodywork damage including the bumpers and tailgate

There is various slight underbody corrosion including the front and rear subframes but have been waxed

Pass 23 Nov 2022 76,625 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 76,625 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 71,160 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 66,637 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 66,637 miles

Offside Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 62,081 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 62,081 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 56,039 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 48,928 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front tyre worn yo secondary rubber on inner edge and tyre low on tread.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Slight play in upper steering column bush

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 42,020 miles

Offside front tyre devoid of tread to outer edge

Fail 7 Sep 2016 42,020 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside front tyre devoid of tread to outer edge

Pass 25 Aug 2015 35,641 miles

Centre exhaust has a minor leak of gas

Offside front tyre worn to edges

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2014 30,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake pads low

Fuel tank loose within support bracket

Nearside front tyre devoid of tread to outer edge

Rear brake discs corroded and brake only working on 1/3 of disc surfaces

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Aug 2014 30,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake pads low

Fuel tank loose within support bracket

Nearside front tyre devoid of tread to outer edge

Rear brake discs corroded and brake only working on 1/3 of disc surfaces

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 27,446 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 27,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 24,138 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 22,140 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 20,381 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 17,788 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 15,239 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 15,239 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the MG Zt-t?

Based on 82,870 MOT tests across 5,411 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,534
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
5,411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,008
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,456
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,949
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1,471
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,422
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X400 HEL is a 2005 MG Zt-t in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

Across all 2005 MG Zt-t models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 81,088 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-t fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X400 HEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt-t typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this MG Zt-t is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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X400 HEL is a 2005 MG Zt-t, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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