2005 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · MX55 HTY
2005 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2005. Recorded mileage 147,191 miles. MOT valid until 23/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,191 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2497cc
MX55 HTY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 147,191 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.
MX55 HTY Mileage History
- 21/09/2023133,517 mi
- 25/09/2023133,517 mi
- 10/09/2024137,936 mi+4,419 mi
- 26/09/2025146,925 mi+8,989 mi
- 24/10/2025147,191 mi+266 mi
Average of roughly 6,537 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MX55 HTY 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 (MX55 HTY) between September 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 October 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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