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Y8 SHC

2004 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,807 mi
Last recorded37,807 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Zt69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 SHC
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 37,807 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 37,694 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 37,563 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 37,283 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 37,077 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 36,923 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 36,757 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 36,207 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 35,355 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 34,818 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 34,333 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 33,110 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 30,704 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 27,815 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 25,480 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 22,852 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 19,776 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 30 Sep 2008 18,681 miles

air bag light on

Pass 4 Sep 2007 14,214 miles

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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Y8 SHC is a 2004 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y8 SHC, 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.

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What year was Y8 SHC registered?

Y8 SHC is a 2004 MG Zt, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is Y8 SHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 SHC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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