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2005 MG ZT-T 2.5L Petrol · AX54 WCZ

AX54 WCZ

2005 MG ZT-T (2.5L, petrol). First registered 27 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 156,888 miles. MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025.

Make & Model
MG ZT-T
Year / Origin
2005 · Ipswich
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 28 Apr 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
156,888 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 28 Apr 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
2497cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT data. The latest test conducted on 30 April 2024 at 156,888 miles resulted in no recorded defects, following an unexplained failure just one week prior at 156,883 miles. This specific failure likely involved a minor, transient issue such as a bulb or a minor sensor fault that was rectified immediately, as the vehicle subsequently maintained a clean record through the following testing cycle. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. The data shows steady accumulation over time, moving from 147,262 miles in December 2020 to 156,888 miles in April 2024. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, suggesting the car has seen regular use rather than long periods of stationary, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals, gaskets, and braking components against moisture-related corrosion or seizing. Despite the clean test results, the age and mileage necessitate a thorough physical inspection of known wear points common to the MG ZT-T. A buyer should specifically examine the structural integrity of the rear arches and sills for hidden corrosion, as these areas are prone to rot on this chassis. Given the mileage, checking the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of fatigue is essential, alongside an assessment of the brake calipers to ensure they are not binding or showing uneven wear.
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AX54 WCZ Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2024
  • 156,888 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

AX54 WCZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Sept 2026, 22:54
MOT Analysis

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 2005 Mg Zt-T (AX54 WCZ) between December 2021 and April 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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: “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strengt”.

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AX54 WCZ Mileage History

  1. 21/12/2021153,720 mi
  2. 24/04/2023155,999 mi+2,279 mi
  3. 23/04/2024156,883 mi+884 mi
  4. 30/04/2024156,888 mi+5 mi

Average of roughly 1,344 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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