Should I buy a MG ZT?

I am looking at buying a MG ZT. I've spotted two and one car has had an engine rebuild and new clutch, but is being sold via a trader with 104,000 miles on the clock for £1295. The other has had two owners and 88,000 miles, but has part history with cam belt done for £895. Both are very good condition which would you go for?

Asked on 23 April 2014 by BIGREG

Answered by Honest John
Obviously not diesel engines then, but which engines? The 1.8T is most likely to give trouble.
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