2001 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · BU51 OTX
2001 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 21/12/2001. Recorded mileage 83,969 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,969 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 2497cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
BU51 OTX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2025
- 83,969 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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BU51 OTX Mileage History
- 13/12/202183,640 mi
- 07/01/202283,645 mi+5 mi
- 27/02/202383,920 mi+275 mi
- 28/05/202583,969 mi+49 mi
Average of roughly 95 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
BU51 OTX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Zt (BU51 OTX) between December 2021 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: MG ZT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ECU Flooding (Blocked Drains)(Serious)
The plenum chamber drains block with leaves, causing water to rise and submerge the engine ECU.
- Front Coil Spring Breakage(Moderate)
The front coil springs are prone to snapping due to fierce corrosion, particularly on UK roads with salt and potholes. This is a common MOT failure.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.8 Petrol)(Serious)
The 1.8 K-Series petrol engine is prone to head gasket failure if the cooling system is neglected. Symptoms include overheating and oil/coolant mixing.
- Brake Pipe Corrosion(Serious)
The brake pipes can corrode, particularly in areas where road salt is used. This is a serious safety concern and a common MOT failure point.
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