2016 MG 3 1.5L Petrol · AV16 ADX

The most recent MOT, completed on 23 July 2025 at 48,237 miles, resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a similarly unblemished pass in July 2024, so the overall maintenance trend is stable rather than worsening. The single failure in the record occurred on 27 July 2023 at 37,086 miles, but the vehicle passed a retest on the same day, which suggests the fault was minor and promptly rectified rather than an indicator of chronic neglect. The mileage pattern tells a slightly more unusual story. At 10 years old with 48,237 recorded miles, the car averages roughly 4,824 miles per year, which is low for its age. However, the gap between the June 2022 test at 36,867 miles and the July 2023 test at 37,086 miles spans over thirteen months with only 219 miles covered. That period of near inactivity stands out against the later, more consistent usage of roughly 6,700 miles in 2023-24 and 4,400 miles in 2024-25. A car that sits for extended stretches can develop problems that ordinary road use would not, including perished suspension bushes, flat-spotted tyres, surface corrosion on brake discs, and binding calipers. Because the MOT history records no recurring mechanical or structural concerns, there is little in the official data to suggest serious underlying faults. Still, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the consequences of that low-usage gap. Check the condition of the tyres for age-related cracking, examine the front and rear coil springs for corrosion, and listen for any dragging from the brakes during the first few rotations after the car has been parked. The underside deserves a close look for surface rust on the subframes and brake lines, since a clean MOT pass does not guarantee the absence of structural degeneration, particularly on a vehicle that may have stood damp for long periods. Also verify that the engine oil and coolant were changed according to age rather than mileage alone, as long idle periods can leave moisture in the sump. Overall, the record is reassuring, but the unusual low-mileage year warrants a physical check before purchase.