The 2005 MG ZT has 37 electrical bulb & socket parts with verified fitment on this page — 8 part types and 2 brands, covering the 2.5L V6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2005 MG ZT, the bulb and socket system covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination. 20 parts of the 37 listed are Fog / Driving Lamp Bulb (7 parts), Tail Lamp Bulb (7 parts) and Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb (6 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 17 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L V6 — the only engine offered in the 2005 MG ZT.
The most listed brands for 2005 MG ZT electrical bulb & socket parts are HELLA (25 parts) and PHILIPS (12 parts). Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Extended Life and Extra Bright.
10 parts on this 2005 MG ZT page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including HELLA 7506 (Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb) and PHILIPS 1156RLED (Brake Light Bulb). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb
Extended Life
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA | 7506ALL | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentAmber | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506LL | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentLong Life | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA Popular | 7506 | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S | View on Amazon |
| HELLA Popular | 6418 | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8 | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506A | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentBulb Diameter: 26.5 mm | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506NA | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentNatural Amber | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the reverse lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
HELLA supplies the 6 Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb parts for the 2005 MG ZT. HELLA 7506 carries the "Popular" badge.
The Extended Life section lists 2 options from HELLA — grouped under the catalog's "Extended Life" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. HELLA 7506ALL is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from HELLA — built to original-equipment specification. HELLA 7506 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include HELLA 7506, HELLA 7506ALL and HELLA 7506LL, among others listed above.
Brake Light Bulb
Extended Life
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA | 7506ALL | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentAmber | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506LL | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentLong Life | View on Amazon |
LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS Popular | 1156RLED | 🇲🇽 MX | VisionLED | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA Popular | 7506 | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506A | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentBulb Diameter: 26.5 mm | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506NA | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentNatural Amber | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the stop lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
6 Brake Light Bulb parts are listed for the 2005 MG ZT, from HELLA and PHILIPS. PHILIPS 1156RLED carries the "Popular" badge.
The Extended Life section: 2 options from HELLA. HELLA 7506ALL is listed in this group.
In the LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving) grade, PHILIPS supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PHILIPS 1156RLED.
The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from HELLA. HELLA 7506 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: PHILIPS 1156RLED, HELLA 7506ALL and HELLA 7506LL, plus the other parts above.
Fog / Driving Lamp Bulb
Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | H1PR | 🇲🇽 MX | Vision30% More Light | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | H1VP | 🇲🇽 MX | Vision Plus60% More Light | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | H1CVP | 🇲🇽 MX | Crystal Vision PlatinumUp to 60% More Light | View on Amazon |
LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA | 226971501 | 🇲🇽 MX | Socket Type Bulb: P14.5s | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | H1USLED | 🇲🇽 MX | Ultinon Sport LED | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA Popular | H1 | 🇲🇽 MX | HalogenSocket Type Bulb: P14.5s | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS Popular | H1 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the fog and driving lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
7 Fog / Driving Lamp Bulb parts for the 2005 MG ZT come from 2 brands — PHILIPS and HELLA. The "Popular" part is HELLA H1.
In the Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life) grade, PHILIPS supplies 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PHILIPS H1PR.
The LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving) section: 2 options from HELLA and PHILIPS. HELLA 226971501 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from HELLA and PHILIPS. A representative part number is HELLA H1.
Listed part numbers: HELLA H1, PHILIPS H1PR and PHILIPS H1VP, plus the other parts above.
Headlamp Bulb
Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | H1PR | 🇲🇽 MX | Vision30% More Light | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | H1VP | 🇲🇽 MX | Vision Plus60% More Light | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | H1CVP | 🇲🇽 MX | Crystal Vision PlatinumUp to 60% More Light | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA Popular | H1 | 🇲🇽 MX | HalogenSocket Type Bulb: P14.5s | View on Amazon |
| HELLA Popular | H7 | 🇲🇽 MX | HalogenSocket Type Bulb: PX26D | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | H1 | 🇲🇽 MX | High Beam | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs that light the headlamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, a flicker over bumps, or a bulb that keeps failing on one side. Avoid touching a halogen capsule. Repeated failure in one socket is usually the socket or ground, not the bulb.
6 Headlamp Bulb parts for the 2005 MG ZT come from 2 brands — PHILIPS and HELLA. The "Popular" part is HELLA H1.
Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life): 3 parts, from PHILIPS. A representative part number is PHILIPS H1PR.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from HELLA and PHILIPS. A representative part number is HELLA H1.
This group includes HELLA H1, PHILIPS H1PR and PHILIPS H1VP and the remaining parts above.
License Plate Lamp Bulb
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA | 6418 | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs that light the license plate. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
One part is listed for the 2005 MG ZT — HELLA 6418.
Parking Lamp Bulb
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA | 2825 | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: W2.1x9.5d | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 2825BL | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: W2.1x9.5d | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the parking lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
2 Parking Lamp Bulb parts for the 2005 MG ZT come from HELLA.
Part numbers include HELLA 2825 and HELLA 2825BL.
Tail Lamp Bulb
Extended Life
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA | 7506ALL | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentAmber | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506LL | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentLong Life | View on Amazon |
LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 1156RLED | 🇲🇽 MX | VisionLED | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA Popular | 2825 | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: W2.1x9.5d | View on Amazon |
| HELLA Popular | 7506 | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506A | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentBulb Diameter: 26.5 mm | View on Amazon |
| HELLA | 7506NA | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentNatural Amber | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the tail lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
7 Tail Lamp Bulb parts for the 2005 MG ZT come from 2 brands — HELLA and PHILIPS. The "Popular" part is HELLA 2825.
Extended Life: 2 parts, from HELLA. A representative part number is HELLA 7506ALL.
The LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving) section: 1 option from PHILIPS. PHILIPS 1156RLED is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from HELLA. A representative part number is HELLA 2825.
Listed part numbers: HELLA 2825, HELLA 7506ALL and HELLA 7506LL, plus the other parts above.
Turn Signal Lamp Bulb
LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 1156ALED | 🇲🇽 MX | Ultinon LEDAmber | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA | 1156NA | 🇲🇽 MX | IncandescentBrightness: 24.0 CP | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the turn-signal lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
2 Turn Signal Lamp Bulb parts are listed for the 2005 MG ZT, from PHILIPS and HELLA.
LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving): 1 part, from PHILIPS. A representative part number is PHILIPS 1156ALED.
The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from HELLA. HELLA 1156NA is listed in this group.
This group includes PHILIPS 1156ALED and HELLA 1156NA.
Buying Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts for a 2005 MG ZT
On this vehicle, the bulb and socket system covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination.
- Confirm you have the 2.5L V6 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Fog / Driving Lamp Bulb and Tail Lamp Bulb .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical bulb & socket parts fit the 2005 MG ZT?
Our catalog currently lists 37 electrical bulb & socket parts for the 2005 MG ZT across 8 subcategories and 2 brands, covering the 2.5L V6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical bulb & socket problems on a 2005 MG ZT?
Common symptoms include a lamp that flickers over bumps, melted or discolored socket plastic, or bulbs that keep failing early on one side. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2005 MG ZT was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2005 MG ZT?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L V6 engine. Then repeated bulb failure in one position usually means a socket or ground problem, not bad bulbs — replace the socket rather than chase it. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
Other Parts for the 2005 MG ZT
Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts for Other MG ZT Years
Switch vehicle or jump to a subcategory
Manufacturer names, model designations and part numbers are used for identification and fitment reference only. AutoFactsDB is an independent catalog and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer displayed on this page.