2005 MG ZS 2.5L Petrol · BJ05 VTU
2005 MG ZS (2.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 85,171 miles. MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,171 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ05 VTU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/12/2022
- 85,171 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.
BJ05 VTU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Zs (BJ05 VTU) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
BJ05 VTU Mileage History
- 02/12/202182,112 mi
- 12/12/202285,167 mi+3,055 mi
- 14/12/202285,171 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 2,964 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Classic)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- V6 VIS Motor FailureModerate
The Variable Intake System (VIS) motors on the 2.5 V6 fail, leaving the butterfly valves stuck in one position.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.6/1.8 Petrol)Serious
The 1.6 and 1.8 K-Series petrol engines are prone to head gasket failure, especially if the cooling system has been neglected. Blown head gaskets are a well-known fault on this platform.
- Front Suspension Bush WearModerate
The front suspension bushes wear prematurely, leading to vague steering, knocking noises over bumps, and uneven tyre wear. This is a common MOT failure point.
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