Anyone know this MG-ZT?

[MangoMan]

Hi.

I would like any info on this MG-ZT Tourer, (see pic) please. (Possible Coolant issue)??? As I am considering buying it.



Any help would be much appreciated - you can PM me if preferable.



Thanks.

[chris75]

Don't know the actual car but I see from the 190 badge that it is a v6 engine . Is it losing coolant or is it overheating , or both ? The common coolant problem on these is a leak from the thermostat assembly in the V of the engine . Remove the top cover over the engine , two little bolts , and look down into the V between the two banks for any sign of wetness or antifreeze staining (probably pink ) . If this is it it's not a bad job if you are handy
Alternatively , remove the oil filler cap and look for mayonnaise on the cap ; this could suggest oil and water mixing and might be a failed oil cooler . It could however also be a sign of driving only when cold / short runs
You can get the MOT history here https://www.check-mot.service.gov.uk/

[marinabrian]

Originally Posted by MangoMan

Hi.

I would like any info on this MG-ZT Tourer, (see pic) please. (Possible Coolant issue)??? As I am considering buying it.



Any help would be much appreciated - you can PM me if preferable.



Thanks.

Here you go Bill........MOT history shows nothing dire, and reasonable mileage too.

Build data below

Vehicle Information

vin RJLTFF4D322488
vin_sequence 322488
off_assembly_date Thursday, 19th February 2004 @ 09:57:17
model ZT-T
variant 190 +
num_doors 5
paint_code LEF
brochure_model_desc ZT-T M2 Plus Tourer 2.5 KV6 (190)
sales_model_derivative RNZTF
sales_model_derivative_desc MG ZT-T + 190
sequence_number 18939
spec_code L01B
home_export HOME
cicode H8608
country GREAT BRITAIN
exterior_paint XPower Grey
interior_trim Axis/Leather (Grey/Black)
engine 2500 NA 190Bhp
trimlevel TL 7.1 (M2)
bodytype ZTT
manual_auto M
hand_of_drive RHD
model_year 2004
sold_date 2004-05-01 00:00:00
registering_cicode H8608
n09_feature N09B

[Typhoon190]

Hi Bill.

I saw this as well prior to them noting K-Seal in the cooling system and at £1999.

I bought my Firefrost ZT-T 190 which had K-Seal added. It's dreadful stuff. Looked like someone had poured seawater, sand and all in.

It's a nightmare to flush out, and even then it may well have clogged the water ways in the block and the heater matrix.

The reason it had been added to mine is a faulty oil cooler. Unfortunately the temperature is still not behaving as it should.

[MangoMan]

Originally Posted by Typhoon190

Hi Bill.

I saw this as well prior to them noting K-Seal in the cooling system and at £1999.

I bought my Firefrost ZT-T 190 which had K-Seal added. It's dreadful stuff. Looked like someone had poured seawater, sand and all in.

It's a nightmare to flush out, and even then it may well have clogged the water ways in the block and the heater matrix.

The reason it had been added to mine is a faulty oil cooler. Unfortunately the temperature is still not behaving as it should.

Thanks, that is exactly what I wanted to hear..... And what I was afraid of. A shame, such a lovely example otherwise!

I was also wondering about this one a ZT180......



Thanks in advance.

[chris75]

Originally Posted by MangoMan

I was also wondering about this one a ZT180......

Horrible wheels …….

[Jamiewelch]

Originally Posted by MangoMan

Thanks, that is exactly what I wanted to hear..... And what I was afraid of. A shame, such a lovely example otherwise!

I was also wondering about this one a ZT180......



Thanks in advance.

Looks like it may have had a few bits done to get it through its MOT in feb, worth checking they have actually bee done if you go to look at it.

Vehicle Information

vin RJLLNM5D333710
vin_sequence 333710
off_assembly_date Saturday, 19th June 2004 @ 08:51:44
model ZT
variant 180 +
num_doors 4
paint_code LEF
brochure_model_desc ZT M2 Plus Saloon 2.5 KV6 Auto (180)
sales_model_derivative RNZLN
sales_model_derivative_desc MG ZT + 180 Sports Auto
sequence_number 21310
spec_code L01B
home_export HOME
cicode D3792
country GREAT BRITAIN
exterior_paint XPower Grey
interior_trim Axis/Leather (Grey/Black)
engine 2500 NA 178Bhp
trimlevel TL 7.1 (M2)
bodytype ZT
manual_auto A
hand_of_drive RHD
model_year 2004
sold_date 2004-06-01 00:00:00
registering_cicode D3792
n09_feature N09B

[Cable Tie]

Dishwasher tablet in the system works wonders and clears blockages in the heater matrix on most occasions