2005 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · FY05 THZ
2005 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2005. Recorded mileage 97,067 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/06/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,067 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1796cc
FY05 THZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/05/2024
- 97,067 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.
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.
FY05 THZ Mileage History
- 28/05/202284,442 mi
- 24/05/202391,862 mi+7,420 mi
- 03/06/202392,078 mi+216 mi
- 24/05/202497,067 mi+4,989 mi
Average of roughly 6,343 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
FY05 THZ MOT History
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 (FY05 THZ) between May 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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