Fog Light Replacement for MG ZT - Compatibility with Other Vehicles

aflynn · 17th January 2024, 19:49

Hello all,

I've been on the hunt for replacement fog lights for my MG ZT, and like many of you, I've noticed that the options from Rimmers can be a bit pricey. After some research, I've come across an interesting discovery that might open up more affordable alternatives.

It seems that the fog lights on our MG ZTs are not exclusive to our model. I've found that the same fog light is used across a range of different cars, including the Mazda MX5, Citroen Berlingo, and the Jaguar X-Type. They appear to use the exact same Valeo lamp unit, but there's a catch – the connectors seem to be different.

Now, here's where I'm hoping to tap into the collective knowledge of this community. Has anyone attempted to use fog lights from these other models on their MG ZT? If so, were you able to overcome the connector differences, was it just the case of using the existing connector on the lamps fitted?

I'm particularly interested in hearing from those who have successfully swapped fog lights between these models or have found a workaround for the connector mismatch. If we can identify a cost-effective solution that maintains the quality and functionality of the fog lights, it could be a game-changer for many of us looking to a few pounds on replacements.

Cheers,
Adam.

Typhoon190 · 17th January 2024, 20:13

Yep. A very reasonably priced aftermarket offering here:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/315089968...Bk9SR7r5npSjYw

aflynn · 17th January 2024, 20:56

I found these ones earlier, I had a look at the connector type used on these units and they appear to be an H1 bulb, I believe that the ZT uses the H11 type bulb.

Vossy · 18th January 2024, 10:47

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Originally Posted by Typhoon190

Yep. A very reasonably priced aftermarket offering here:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/315089968...Bk9SR7r5npSjYw

Are these compatible with mk1 ZT's too? Mine are pitted very badly now.

aflynn · 18th January 2024, 11:08

If your car doesn't have an undertray, have a look under the bumper for the connector type. I believe all MK1 ZTs used a H11 socket, the lamp unit on Ebay posted above appears to have an H1 bulb with a different plug connector. I did read on here that some early renditions of the ZT used the H1 fitment, but I haven't been able to find any more information on this.

Vossy · 18th January 2024, 12:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by aflynn

If your car doesn't have an undertray, have a look under the bumper for the connector type. I believe all MK1 ZTs used a H11 socket, the lamp unit on Ebay posted above appears to have an H1 bulb with a different plug connector. I did read on here that some early renditions of the ZT used the H1 fitment, but I haven't been able to find any more information on this.

Thanks, will have a look.

xsport · 22nd January 2024, 13:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by aflynn

If your car doesn't have an undertray, have a look under the bumper for the connector type. I believe all MK1 ZTs used a H11 socket, the lamp unit on Ebay posted above appears to have an H1 bulb with a different plug connector. I did read on here that some early renditions of the ZT used the H1 fitment, but I haven't been able to find any more information on this.

Still looking for some new foglights ? I came across new ones on ebays shop for best of british rovers . Cant give you a link but do a search on google and their website should come up or on ebay. pretty good price .

xsport · 22nd January 2024, 13:52

Or try this guy . Ebay item number : 284761668907 He has both sides left and right. ULTIMATE_COMPONENTS shop ebay

Mike Noc · 22nd January 2024, 18:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by aflynn

I'm particularly interested in hearing from those who have successfully swapped fog lights between these models or have found a workaround for the connector mismatch. If we can identify a cost-effective solution that maintains the quality and functionality of the fog lights, it could be a game-changer for many of us looking to a few pounds on replacements.

Cheers,
Adam.

I've cut the plugs off the replacement lamps and soldered and heat sleeved the original ones on, an easy enough job.

xsport · 25th January 2024, 11:49

some of the mounting holes for the lamps are in different positions on some of the after market ones , so it looks ...

17th January 2024, 19:49	#1
aflynn Newbie MG ZT Join Date: May 2021 Location: Manchester Posts: 29 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Fog Light Replacement for MG ZT - Compatibility with Other Vehicles Hello all, I've been on the hunt for replacement fog lights for my MG ZT, and like many of you, I've noticed that the options from Rimmers can be a bit pricey. After some research, I've come across an interesting discovery that might open up more affordable alternatives. It seems that the fog lights on our MG ZTs are not exclusive to our model. I've found that the same fog light is used across a range of different cars, including the Mazda MX5, Citroen Berlingo, and the Jaguar X-Type. They appear to use the exact same Valeo lamp unit, but there's a catch – the connectors seem to be different. Now, here's where I'm hoping to tap into the collective knowledge of this community. Has anyone attempted to use fog lights from these other models on their MG ZT? If so, were you able to overcome the connector differences, was it just the case of using the existing connector on the lamps fitted? I'm particularly interested in hearing from those who have successfully swapped fog lights between these models or have found a workaround for the connector mismatch. If we can identify a cost-effective solution that maintains the quality and functionality of the fog lights, it could be a game-changer for many of us looking to a few pounds on replacements. Cheers, Adam.

17th January 2024, 20:13	#2
Typhoon190 This is my second home MG ZT-T 190 Monogram Typhoon Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Oxfordshire Posts: 4,707 Thanks: 328 Thanked 557 Times in 443 Posts	Yep. A very reasonably priced aftermarket offering here: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/315089968...Bk9SR7r5npSjYw

17th January 2024, 20:56	#3
aflynn Newbie MG ZT Join Date: May 2021 Location: Manchester Posts: 29 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I found these ones earlier, I had a look at the connector type used on these units and they appear to be an H1 bulb, I believe that the ZT uses the H11 type bulb.

18th January 2024, 11:08	#5
aflynn Newbie MG ZT Join Date: May 2021 Location: Manchester Posts: 29 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	If your car doesn't have an undertray, have a look under the bumper for the connector type. I believe all MK1 ZTs used a H11 socket, the lamp unit on Ebay posted above appears to have an H1 bulb with a different plug connector. I did read on here that some early renditions of the ZT used the H1 fitment, but I haven't been able to find any more information on this.

22nd January 2024, 13:52	#8
xsport Posted a thing or two rover 75 club se Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Leicester Posts: 1,673 Thanks: 358 Thanked 419 Times in 310 Posts	Or try this guy . Ebay item number : 284761668907 He has both sides left and right. ULTIMATE_COMPONENTS shop ebay

25th January 2024, 11:49	#10
xsport Posted a thing or two rover 75 club se Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Leicester Posts: 1,673 Thanks: 358 Thanked 419 Times in 310 Posts	some of the mounting holes for the lamps are in different positions on some of the after market ones , so it looks ...