LONGJIA LJ2017 · 0.1L Petrol

The Longjia LJ presents a stable mechanical maintenance trend across its recorded history, with no defects noted in any of its three MOT tests. The most recent test on 20 November 2023 at 15,485 miles passed cleanly, indicating the vehicle met minimum roadworthiness standards at that time. However, the current MOT status is a significant concern, as the certificate expired in November 2024, leaving the vehicle legally unroadworthy today despite the historically clean bill of health. The mileage accumulation reveals a pattern of exceptionally low usage. Between 4 December 2021 at 12,821 miles and 30 November 2022 at 15,083 miles, the vehicle covered 2,262 miles. This dropped sharply to just 402 miles over the following year, ending at 15,485 miles on 20 November 2023. For a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 1,721 miles annually suggests prolonged periods of inactivity rather than consistent daily driving. A clean MOT record does not guarantee sound mechanical condition given the severe drop-off in usage. Extended standing causes specific deterioration that MOTs might miss if the vehicle was barely driven to the test centre. A buyer must inspect the tyres for flat-spotting and sidewall perishing, as low annual mileage often means the original rubber remains fitted well past its safe lifespan. Brake discs will likely exhibit severe surface corrosion from sitting, leading to binding calipers and reduced braking efficiency. Suspension bushes and exhaust components require close scrutiny for perishing and corrosion, as a vehicle driven sparingly often suffers more from standing decay than from mechanical wear.