2001 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · BU51 ZPW
2001 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 18/12/2001. Recorded mileage 155,324 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,324 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
BU51 ZPW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2025
- 155,324 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
BU51 ZPW Mileage History
- 11/08/2023152,702 mi
- 24/08/2023152,738 mi+36 mi
- 16/08/2024154,129 mi+1,391 mi
- 15/08/2025155,261 mi+1,132 mi
- 27/08/2025155,324 mi+63 mi
Average of roughly 1,282 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BU51 ZPW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Zt (BU51 ZPW) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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