A comprehensive collection of charts explaining the body paint and interior trim codes used by MG Rover on their range … More
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47 really useful cleaning hacks capable of taking on even the filthiest cars | KiwiReport
No matter what you think, it is always important to keep your car as clean as possible at all times. … More
MG faded badge replacement
The original font and rear MG logo badges were badly faded so I bought replacements. The rear badge is a … More
MG ZT Rover 75 mudflap fitting instructions
I recently got hold of some original style mudflaps which I will be fitting and after some internet searches found … More
Whilst on the ramps
Whilst having new tyres on today at the local Kwikfit centre I took the opportunity to take a few pics … More
Leak Proofing – Boot Lid Bolts
Someone on one of the 260 forums suggested that the bolts supporting the boot lid may be leaking on his … More
Leak Proofing – Rear sunroof drain (drivers side)
A similar procedure to the passenger side but before removing inner boot panel:- wait for sat nav unit to power … More
Leak Proofing – Rear sunroof drain (passenger side)
Access to this drain is probably the easiest so I would suggest this is the one to do first so … More
Leak Proofing- Front Sunroof Drains
The front drains are a bit more fiddly to get to as tucked away in the corners so a bit … More
Leak Proofing – Boot Vents
Exposed by removing the side panels in the boot (plus a few other bits on the drivers side) but to … More
Leak Proofing – Waistline Trim Fasteners
Apparently these waistline trim fasteners can leak. I used Capt. Trolleys and to be extra safe pout a good quality … More
Leak Proofing – Rear light cluster
A common problem and one I suspected was leaking on mine is the original type gasket used on the rear … More
Leak Proofing – Body Seams
It’s known that leaks can occur along some of the seams / joints between body panels. The ideal sealer is … More
Leak Proofing – Boot Area
The MG ZT is notorious for leaks as they start to age and although my low mileage example had no … More
MG ZT / Rover 75 Sunroof Drain Repair Kit
Sunroof drains usually leak for two reasons. Firstly the rigid pipe becomes a loose fit inside the rubber adapter and … More
MG ZT Windscreen Jet to Spray Washer Conversion
After reading on one of the forums where BMW spray jets had been fitted to the ZT instead of the … More
MG ZT Bonnet Insulation Repair
I recently released the lower fixings on the insulation to check behind it ready to do a job on the … More
Bonnet Cable Savers
MG ZT Check for any Sunroof Drain Leaks
A recent post on a forum explained in full detail how to fix or prevent water leaks from the sunroof … More
Rust Treatment and Corrosion Protection by DINITROL UK
I usually waxoyl and underseal my cars myself but recently did a search as to where I could take the … More
Fuel Cap Cord Repair
When I got the car the fuel cap cord had broken making it a bit tricky finding a convenient spot … More
PLENUM DRAIN SHIELD/GUARD/PROTECTOR/FILTER modification by Jules – The 75 and ZT Owners Club Forums
Alternatively if my foam method doesn’t work I’ll be getting one of these which are specifically designed and proven to … More
Plenum Leaf/Debris Protector
Apart from the grill on the top plenum chamber / windscreen panels it’s strange why one side of the windscreen … More
Plenum Drain Check
One of the things that is highly recommended for all new ZT owners of any model is to check that … More
Bonnet Release Cable Junction Box
My first little job I’ve done on the ZT today. I noted that one of the invoices that came with … More
MG ZT info mods and maintenance 