2005 MG ZT 4.6L Petrol · RJ05 UXW
2005 MG ZT (4.6L, petrol). First registered 24/03/2005. Recorded mileage 49,704 miles. MOT valid until 22/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,704 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 4601cc
RJ05 UXW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2026
- 49,704 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 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.
RJ05 UXW Mileage History
- 19/01/202241,953 mi
- 19/01/202343,288 mi+1,335 mi
- 17/01/202444,674 mi+1,386 mi
- 14/01/202545,903 mi+1,229 mi
- 15/01/202649,704 mi+3,801 mi
Average of roughly 1,943 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RJ05 UXW 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 (RJ05 UXW) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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