2001 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · LL51 DWC
2001 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 11/12/2001. Recorded mileage 119,299 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/12/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,299 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 2497cc
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LL51 DWC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2023
- 119,299 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
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.
LL51 DWC Mileage History
- 06/12/2021111,056 mi
- 08/12/2022115,352 mi+4,296 mi
- 12/12/2022115,352 mi
- 18/12/2023119,299 mi+3,947 mi
Average of roughly 4,058 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LL51 DWC 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 2001 Mg Zt (LL51 DWC) between December 2021 and December 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 December 2023 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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