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WX08 HEJ

2008 MG Zt

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

48,407 mi
Last recorded48,407 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 MG Zt45,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 HEJ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 48,407 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 47,589 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 47,548 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 45,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 45,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 44,948 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 44,948 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 43,924 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 43,924 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 42,753 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 40,501 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 36,503 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 36,503 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 31,546 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 29,356 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

nsr tyre bold outer edge

Fail 22 Aug 2016 29,356 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

nsr tyre bold outer edge

Pass 8 Aug 2015 25,104 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,427 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 13,039 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 13,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre has cut in sidewall

offside rear tyre getting low

Pass 9 Aug 2012 7,430 miles

both front tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

n/s/f tyre cut on outer sidewall

n/s/r tyre cut on inner sidewall

Pass 5 Aug 2011 94 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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WX08 HEJ is a 2008 MG Zt in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 45,698 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX08 HEJ, 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 18 years old, this MG Zt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX08 HEJ registered?

WX08 HEJ is a 2008 MG Zt, first registered on 28 August 2008.

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