2003 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · PE03 RMY
2003 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 15/04/2003. Recorded mileage 83,456 miles. MOT valid until 31/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,456 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2497cc
PE03 RMY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 83,456 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: Good
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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.
PE03 RMY Mileage History
- 22/02/202281,791 mi
- 07/02/202382,942 mi+1,151 mi
- 09/02/202382,945 mi+3 mi
- 27/03/202483,436 mi+491 mi
- 01/04/202683,456 mi+20 mi
Average of roughly 406 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PE03 RMY 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 2003 Mg Zt (PE03 RMY) between February 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 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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