2002 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · BW02 BYL
2002 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 26/07/2002. Recorded mileage 118,433 miles. MOT valid until 22/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,433 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 2497cc
BW02 BYL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/12/2025
- 118,433 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: 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.
BW02 BYL Mileage History
- 19/12/2023115,169 mi
- 21/12/2023115,169 mi
- 20/12/2024118,185 mi+3,016 mi
- 23/12/2024118,186 mi+1 mi
- 04/12/2025118,433 mi+247 mi
Average of roughly 1,665 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BW02 BYL 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 2002 Mg Zt (BW02 BYL) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 December 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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