1963 MG B 1.8L Petrol · XMW 342A

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on 5 May 2026. The maintenance trend shows a sharp decline from a clean pass in 2022 to multiple mechanical and fluid system failures today. The tester identified a critically thin offside front brake pad and a pitted brake disc, alongside a coolant leak, indicating that essential service items have been neglected since the previous inspection. The mileage data presents a significant discrepancy that suggests an unreliable odometer reading. In June 2022, the vehicle recorded 98,731 miles, yet by the May 2026 test, the figure dropped to 2,212 miles. This loss of over 96,000 miles in four years strongly indicates an odometer rollback or a replacement instrument cluster without proper documentation. Such extreme inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized calipers, and internal engine corrosion, despite the low recorded distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the cooling system to locate the source of the coolant leak, as these engines are prone to head gasket failure if they overheat. The failed front brake system necessitates a full strip of the braking assembly to ensure uniform operation. Given the erratic mileage history, a structural check of the chassis and floor pans is mandatory, as long-term storage often results in hidden corrosion that a standard MOT might not fully capture.