2002 MG ZT 2.0L Diesel · DY52 VGJ
2002 MG ZT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28/10/2002. Recorded mileage 130,470 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,470 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1951cc
DY52 VGJ Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/12/2022
- 130,470 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
DY52 VGJ Mileage History
- 26/10/200645,777 mi
- 25/10/200758,071 mi+12,294 mi
- 24/10/200870,865 mi+12,794 mi
- 10/10/200982,926 mi+12,061 mi
- 17/11/201091,236 mi+8,310 mi
- 23/11/201091,236 mi
- 12/11/201196,306 mi+5,070 mi
- 12/11/2012100,805 mi+4,499 mi
- 13/11/2013103,862 mi+3,057 mi
- 13/11/2013103,862 mi
- 14/11/2014108,357 mi+4,495 mi
- 17/11/2015110,804 mi+2,447 mi
- 24/11/2015110,810 mi+6 mi
- 10/11/2016114,008 mi+3,198 mi
- 21/11/2017116,853 mi+2,845 mi
- 26/11/2018120,019 mi+3,166 mi
- 26/11/2018120,021 mi+2 mi
- 19/11/2019123,043 mi+3,022 mi
- 27/11/2020124,762 mi+1,719 mi
- 27/11/2020124,762 mi
- 19/11/2021125,269 mi+507 mi
- 26/11/2022130,469 mi+5,200 mi
- 05/12/2022130,466 mi-3 mi
- 14/12/2022130,470 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 5,249 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
DY52 VGJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Zt (DY52 VGJ) between October 2006 and December 2022.
The record contains 17 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 14 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (18 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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: “Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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