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DX04 ZUC

2004 Sachs Roadster

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,169 mi
Last recorded12,169 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Sachs Roadster9,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 ZUC
MakeSachs
ModelRoadster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 12,169 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 12,143 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 12,103 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 11,921 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 May 2022 11,921 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke missing Snapped (5.2.2 (d))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 11,076 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 9,897 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 9,458 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 8,648 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 7,871 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 7,136 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 May 2013 6,847 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2013 6,847 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 May 2011 6,560 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front brake pads very corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2010 6,463 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 6,463 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2008 6,279 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2007 5,109 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Sachs Roadster?

Based on 2,442 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
732
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
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DX04 ZUC is a 2004 Sachs Roadster in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Sachs Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 9,400 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 Sachs Roadster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX04 ZUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX04 ZUC registered?

DX04 ZUC is a 2004 Sachs Roadster, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is DX04 ZUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX04 ZUC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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