1979 MG B Tourer 1.9L Petrol · ALS 125V

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a period of clean inspection results. The most recent test on 17 April 2026 at 4,917 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that previous mechanical and electrical issues have been rectified. This follows a trend of successful passes over the last three years, suggesting the car is maintained to a functional standard despite its low usage frequency. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 47-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 105 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between January 2017 and July 2024, during which the car covered only 466 miles. The jump from 803 miles in 2017 to 1,269 miles in 2025 shows very sporadic use. Such low mileage suggests the vehicle spends long periods in storage, which often leads to degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown rather than traditional mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the braking system and electrical integrity. The December 2016 failure at 803 miles identified an offside front brake binding and multiple hazard light circuit faults. While these were cleared in subsequent tests, low-use vehicles are prone to brake calipers seizing and hydraulic lines to corrode internally. Inspection should also check for structural corrosion in the sills and floor pans, as the MOT record does not account for the extent of surface rust that affects stationary classic cars.