2014 MG 3 1.5L Petrol · FX14 WUK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT in September 2025 at 86,437 miles with no defects recorded. While the most recent test suggests a clean state, the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance where the owner consistently addresses critical faults only after a test failure rather than performing preventative servicing. The trend appears stable in terms of passing, but the recurring issues indicate that components are allowed to wear until they reach legal or safety limits. At 86,437 miles, the mileage is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The data shows regular intervals between tests, with a 7,544-mile gap between October 2024 and September 2025. This consistent usage suggests the car is not sitting for long periods, though the low annual mileage may have contributed to the degradation of rubber-based components, as seen in the repeated failures of suspension bushes and fuel filters noted in earlier years. A buyer should focus specifically on the front suspension, as the record shows persistent issues with deteriorated ball joint dust covers and suspension arm bushes dating back to 2017. The 2024 failure at 78,892 miles highlighted scored brake discs and extremely thin pads, which necessitates checking the current condition of the front braking system to ensure the work was completed comprehensively. Additionally, the previous report of corroded rear coil springs in 2023 warrants a physical inspection for structural rust or stress fractures in the rear subframe area. The history also reveals a trend of poor tyre management, with multiple failures for inner-edge wear and structural cuts to the cords. This often indicates incorrect wheel alignment or improper inflation pressures, which should be verified to avoid premature tyre failure. Given that the tyre pressure monitoring system was flagged as inoperative in 2024, the buyer must confirm this electronic system is now functional, as it is a critical safety feature that was previously neglected.