2014 MG 3 1.5L Petrol · AF14 EZL

The vehicle presents a stable and consistently clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 19 February 2025 at 115,608 miles, passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures. This marks five consecutive first-time passes stretching back to February 2021, indicating no recurring mechanical or structural issues have surfaced across the recorded history. The maintenance trend is firmly stable, with no evidence of deterioration in braking, suspension, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity over the monitored period. Mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a 2014 vehicle now twelve years old. The recorded figure of 115,608 miles equates to roughly 9,600 miles per year, which sits squarely within normal annual usage for a small hatchback. The intervals between tests show consistent progression: approximately 6,000 to 7,000 miles added each year, with no sudden spikes suggesting prolonged high-stress use or extended periods of inactivity. The current mileage of 115,608 was recorded as recently as February 2025, meaning the vehicle has likely seen minimal use in the sixteen months since, a point worth verifying during any in-person inspection. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. With over 115,000 miles on the original platform, suspension components such as front lower arm bushes, rear beam bushings, and shock absorbers are well within the age and mileage window where deterioration commonly appears between annual tests. The brake system, including discs, pads, and calipers, should be examined for uneven wear or binding, as these can pass a static MOT check yet reveal issues under real-world driving conditions. Tyre condition and age deserve attention too, particularly if the car has been sitting since February 2025, as flat-spotting and sidewall perishing can develop during prolonged static periods. The underside and structural elements warrant close scrutiny. Corrosion around suspension mounting points, sill edges, and subframe areas is a known concern on vehicles of this age, even when MOT testers have not flagged it. A raised inspection on a jack or ramp will reveal surface rust or early-stage perforation that a standard test may not capture. Given the absence of any recorded advisories across five years, the previous keeper appears to have maintained the vehicle to a reasonable standard, but the gap since the last test means a fresh MOT or independent inspection is strongly advisable before committing to purchase.