2005 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · RO04 OBB
2005 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2005. Recorded mileage 66,230 miles. MOT valid until 30/06/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,230 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2497cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
RO04 OBB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 66,230 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: Excellent
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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RO04 OBB Mileage History
- 02/08/202264,813 mi
- 14/08/202365,316 mi+503 mi
- 29/07/202465,666 mi+350 mi
- 01/08/202565,974 mi+308 mi
- 02/07/202666,230 mi+256 mi
Average of roughly 362 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RO04 OBB 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 (RO04 OBB) between August 2022 and July 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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