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MG ZT-T

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,951 cc

VBY 1MOT history

VBY 1 is a grey diesel MG ZT-T first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
71,593 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VBY 1
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
ZT-T
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

VBY 1 was last recorded at 71,593 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 1,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,835 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,758 miles
Average per year
2,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,593 miles
  • 2025 – 69,835 miles
  • 2024 – 67,857 miles
  • 2023 – 65,150 miles
  • 2022 – 62,525 miles
  • 2021 – 60,206 miles
  • 2020 – 58,731 miles
  • 2019 – 57,262 miles
  • 2018 – 54,736 miles
  • 2017 – 51,893 miles
  • 2016 – 48,979 miles
  • 2015 – 46,592 miles
  • 2014 – 43,779 miles
  • 2013 – 41,484 miles
  • 2012 – 39,714 miles
  • 2011 – 37,421 miles
  • 2010 – 34,766 miles
  • 2009 – 29,871 miles
  • 2008 – 26,390 miles
  • 2007 – 22,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail71,593 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp lens damaged

What MOT failures 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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail71,593 miles (+1,758)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,593 miles
    Test number
    532023845950
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp lens damaged

  2. Pass69,835 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    69,835 miles
    Test number
    257748701973
    • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Fail69,835 miles (+1,978)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,835 miles
    Test number
    899257414434
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass67,857 miles (+2,707)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    67,857 miles
    Test number
    292150161416
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass65,150 miles (+2,625)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,150 miles
    Test number
    751037889088
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met requirements
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass62,525 miles (+2,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    62,525 miles
    Test number
    288825030336
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Pass60,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,206 miles
    Test number
    563001649266
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Fail60,206 miles (+1,475)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,206 miles
    Test number
    193222204661
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Pass58,731 miles (+1,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,731 miles
    Test number
    909436259845
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Pass57,262 miles (+2,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,262 miles
    Test number
    705233413325
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  11. Pass54,736 miles (+2,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,736 miles
    Test number
    521627883745
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  12. Pass51,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    51,893 miles
    Test number
    233630332498
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  13. Fail51,893 miles (+2,914)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,893 miles
    Test number
    195276640590
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  14. Pass48,979 miles (+2,387)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,979 miles
    Test number
    937272052625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,592 miles (+2,813)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,592 miles
    Test number
    462219454458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,779 miles
    Test number
    976335794270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail43,765 miles (+2,281)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,765 miles
    Test number
    906925194247
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass41,484 miles (+1,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,484 miles
    Test number
    748154293245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,714 miles (+2,293)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    39,714 miles
    Test number
    495480702469
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s outer sill panel damaged

  20. Pass37,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    37,421 miles
    Test number
    298060191235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,421 miles (+2,655)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,421 miles
    Test number
    496020291216
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass34,766 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,766 miles
    Test number
    760005500366
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDamage n/s door sill
    • NoteWear front discs

  23. Fail34,766 miles (+4,895)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,766 miles
    Test number
    814145200315
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDamage n/s door sill
    • NoteWear front discs

  24. Pass29,871 miles (+3,481)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,871 miles
    Test number
    313302809432
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  25. Pass26,390 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,390 miles
    Test number
    152906428225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,914 miles
    Test number
    944212637255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VBY 1

What vehicle is registration VBY 1 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VBY 1 on a grey diesel MG ZT-T first used on 30 Jun 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VBY 1 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VBY 1 is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on VBY 1?
The MOT on VBY 1 is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VBY 1 done?
VBY 1 was recorded at 71,593 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 2,539 miles a year.
Has VBY 1 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VBY 1 has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on VBY 1 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 VBY 1 find?
VBY 1 failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; offside rear coil spring fractured or broken; exhaust back box outer skin deteriorated, and 2 more.

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