1973 MG B GT 1.8L Petrol · FTM 147L

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a period of significant mechanical and structural concern followed by stability. The recent test in June 2022 at 75,368 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating a successful rectification of the critical issues identified years prior. However, the transition from a major 2020 failure to a clean 2022 pass suggests that the vehicle required substantial reactive intervention rather than benefiting from consistent, preventative upkeep. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 53-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,422 miles per year. There is a notable eight-year gap between the July 2012 test and the December 2020 test, during which the car covered only 1,300 miles. This pattern of use suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and the seizure of braking hardware, as evidenced by the 2020 failures regarding binding brakes and leaks. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the nearside rear integral body structure and mounting arches. The 2020 failure flagged excessive corrosion seriously affecting the chassis strength, and while the car passed two years later, rust on classic vehicles of this era is prone to return if not professionally treated. The buyer should also verify the steering system and suspension bushings, as the 2012 record noted play in ball joints and deteriorated rubber bushes that continue to age over time despite the low mileage.