2002 MG ZT 2.5L Gas bi-fuel · WX52 BJK

The MG ZT holds a current MOT valid until 8 July 2026, having passed its most recent test on 8 July 2025 at 196,386 miles with zero defects. The maintenance trend is broadly stable and recently improving. A failed test on 2 July 2025 for a major exhaust gas leak at the front box was rectified within six days, indicating the previous owner addressed the failure promptly. The 2024 pass also came clean apart from advisory-level underside corrosion, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in mechanically sound condition despite its age. The recorded mileage of 196,386 miles over roughly 24 years averages approximately 8,183 miles per year, which is typical for a car of this vintage. The MOT history shows steady, consistent use rather than long periods of dormancy or sudden high-mileage accumulation. Mileage progression between tests is measured in thousands rather than tens of thousands, pointing to regular but moderate annual driving. The record is clean and well-documented, with no gaps in the MOT cycle that would raise concern about unmonitored wear. Buyers should inspect the underside carefully for corrosion. The 2024 test flagged underside corrosion in various places, and the 2022 test noted a corroded offside rear brake pipe. On a 24-year-old vehicle, structural rust around suspension mounting points, subframes, and brake lines remains a primary concern. The offside rear shock absorber was flagged in 2022 for light oil misting, and the offside rear wheel bearing was noted as slightly noisy. A physical inspection should check for deteriorated suspension bushes, weeping dampers, and any play or roughness in that wheel bearing. The exhaust system warrants attention given the 2025 failure for a major leak at the front box. While repaired, the age of the system means corrosion may have weakened other joints, particularly the flexi-section and rear box. Brake discs, pads, and flexible hoses should be examined for age-related deterioration, especially on the rear circuit where corrosion has previously been identified.