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MG ZS

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,497 cc

T16 WVEMOT history

T16 WVE is a grey petrol MG ZS first used on 16 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 80,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
80,663 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 WVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZS
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 WVE was last recorded at 80,663 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,433 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
230 miles
Average per year
3,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,663 miles
  • 2024 – 80,433 miles
  • 2023 – 80,377 miles
  • 2021 – 76,797 miles
  • 2019 – 72,830 miles
  • 2018 – 64,008 miles
  • 2016 – 63,801 miles
  • 2014 – 61,630 miles
  • 2013 – 54,029 miles
  • 2012 – 46,730 miles
  • 2011 – 41,782 miles
  • 2010 – 37,764 miles
  • 2009 – 29,958 miles
  • 2008 – 22,187 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,663 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front under sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Floors rusty/underside rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,663 miles (+230)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    80,663 miles
    Test number
    360414677354
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Pass80,433 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,433 miles
    Test number
    286834788956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,377 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,377 miles
    Test number
    682384198391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,797 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,797 miles
    Test number
    947223392478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail76,776 miles (+3,946)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,776 miles
    Test number
    442572744313
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake performance not tested brake binding (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass72,830 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,830 miles
    Test number
    411470921995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,805 miles (+8,797)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,805 miles
    Test number
    362991097916
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,008 miles (+67)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,008 miles
    Test number
    840011890478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front under sill corroded

  9. Fail63,941 miles (+140)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,941 miles
    Test number
    575015780925
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front under sill corroded

  10. Pass63,801 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,801 miles
    Test number
    293310684947
    • AdvisoryFloors rusty/underside rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  11. Fail63,801 miles (+2,171)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,801 miles
    Test number
    625323730351
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension retaining device missing ball joint (2.5.A.4)
    • AdvisoryFloors rusty/underside rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  12. Pass61,630 miles (+7,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,630 miles
    Test number
    806984294024
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass54,029 miles (+7,299)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,029 miles
    Test number
    479272923191
    • DangerousAll four road wheels slightly buckled
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass46,730 miles (+4,948)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,730 miles
    Test number
    928174012169
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing

  15. Pass41,782 miles (+4,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,782 miles
    Test number
    556581111104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass37,764 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,764 miles
    Test number
    802291220181
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre starting to crack and split

  17. Fail37,763 miles (+7,805)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,763 miles
    Test number
    902061020178
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre starting to crack and split

  18. Pass29,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,958 miles
    Test number
    814644799077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,950 miles (+7,763)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,950 miles
    Test number
    360514999000
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass22,187 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,187 miles
    Test number
    654512708192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing

Questions about T16 WVE

Does T16 WVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 WVE is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T16 WVE?
The MOT on T16 WVE is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 WVE done?
T16 WVE was recorded at 80,663 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 3,313 miles a year.
Has T16 WVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 WVE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T16 WVE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T16 WVE find?
T16 WVE passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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