2015 MG 3 1.5L Petrol · AY65 YRV

The vehicle presents a stable and currently sound mechanical condition, culminating in a clean pass on 28 August 2025 at 88,901 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is clearly improving. Earlier in 2025, the car failed twice on 15 July and 28 August at 88,328 and 88,898 miles respectively, yet both failures list no defects. This pattern strongly suggests administrative or procedural failures, such as an inability to reach the test station or a documentation issue, rather than a sudden mechanical collapse. The 2024 record shows a similar anomaly, with a failure on 16 December at 84,753 miles again citing no defects, followed by a clean pass on 28 May 2024 at 80,489 miles. The underlying mechanical health appears consistent, with no recurring advisories or failures pointing to a worsening fault. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for an eleven-year-old vehicle. Between the May 2024 pass at 80,489 miles and the December 2024 failure at 84,753 miles, the car covered 4,264 miles in roughly seven months. The jump to 88,328 miles by July 2025 represents a further 3,575 miles in another seven months, confirming a regular annual pace of around 8,000 miles. The recorded mileage of 88,901 miles today sits just above the last test reading, indicating the vehicle has been driven minimally since August 2025. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes that suggest long-term standing or clocking. Despite the clean recent pass, the cluster of no-defect failures warrants a focused physical inspection. A buyer should verify the structural integrity of the underbody, particularly around suspension mounting points and subframes, as latent corrosion can exist without triggering a formal failure. The braking system, including calipers, discs, and handbrake cables, should be tested for binding or uneven wear, given the car's age. Suspension components such as front coil springs, rear trailing arm bushes, and drop links deserve close scrutiny for deterioration. Tyre condition and exhaust emissions should also be checked to confirm the vehicle remains compliant between tests.