2005 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · MK54 ULB
2005 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2005. Recorded mileage 70,864 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jan 2021. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Jan 2021
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,864 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
MK54 ULB Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2019
- 70,864 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for MG MG ZT / ZT-T
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MK54 ULB Mileage History
- 04/02/200819,133 mi
- 04/02/200819,133 mi
- 18/02/200926,488 mi+7,355 mi
- 19/02/200926,502 mi+14 mi
- 27/02/201031,782 mi+5,280 mi
- 25/02/201136,373 mi+4,591 mi
- 25/02/201241,112 mi+4,739 mi
- 31/07/201347,048 mi+5,936 mi
- 31/07/201447,361 mi+313 mi
- 01/08/201447,361 mi
- 15/06/201548,594 mi+1,233 mi
- 16/06/201548,596 mi+2 mi
- 07/06/201655,173 mi+6,577 mi
- 13/06/201760,395 mi+5,222 mi
- 14/06/201760,412 mi+17 mi
- 26/06/201865,993 mi+5,581 mi
- 02/07/201866,067 mi+74 mi
- 25/06/201970,864 mi+4,797 mi
- 25/06/201970,864 mi
Average of roughly 4,543 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
MK54 ULB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Zt (MK54 ULB) between February 2008 and June 2019.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 25 June 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (18 issues), Lighting (14 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))”.
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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- ECU Flooding (Blocked Drains)Serious
The plenum chamber drains block with leaves, causing water to rise and submerge the engine ECU.
- Front Coil Spring BreakageModerate
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.
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