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
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 17/07/2024
- 87,354 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
RA02 MVL Mileage History
- 28/04/200629,618 mi
- 02/05/200733,123 mi+3,505 mi
- 08/05/200837,143 mi+4,020 mi
- 02/06/200943,542 mi+6,399 mi
- 02/06/200943,542 mi
- 01/07/201055,919 mi+12,377 mi
- 03/07/201055,919 mi
- 22/07/201164,051 mi+8,132 mi
- 15/08/201273,751 mi+9,700 mi
- 14/08/201378,617 mi+4,866 mi
- 16/08/201378,617 mi
- 21/10/201783,395 mi+4,778 mi
- 21/10/201783,395 mi
- 03/01/202084,954 mi+1,559 mi
- 27/08/202187,171 mi+2,217 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 3,169 miles per year across 18 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.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Zt (RA02 MVL) between April 2006 and July 2024.
The record contains 11 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 17 July 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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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