2001 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · A5 RGF
2001 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 17/07/2001. Recorded mileage 88,528 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,528 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 2497cc
A5 RGF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/06/2025
- 88,528 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
A5 RGF Mileage History
- 20/05/202287,472 mi
- 08/06/202387,750 mi+278 mi
- 06/06/202488,110 mi+360 mi
- 21/06/202588,528 mi+418 mi
Average of roughly 342 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
A5 RGF 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 (A5 RGF) between May 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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