2002 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · RA02 MVL
2002 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 15/05/2002. Recorded mileage 87,354 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/01/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,354 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 2497cc
RA02 MVL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 17/07/2024
- 87,354 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.
RA02 MVL Mileage History
- 27/08/202187,171 mi
- 14/01/202287,215 mi+44 mi
- 19/01/202287,229 mi+14 mi
- 17/07/202487,354 mi+125 mi
Average of roughly 63 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
RA02 MVL 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 2002 Mg Zt (RA02 MVL) between August 2021 and July 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 17 July 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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