2005 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · LT54 DRT
2005 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/01/2005. Recorded mileage 81,769 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/11/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,769 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
LT54 DRT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 18/11/2024
- 81,769 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
LT54 DRT Mileage History
- 18/11/202279,813 mi
- 30/11/202279,813 mi
- 13/11/202380,510 mi+697 mi
- 15/11/202380,510 mi
- 18/11/202481,769 mi+1,259 mi
Average of roughly 977 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LT54 DRT 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 2005 Mg Zt (LT54 DRT) between November 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 November 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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