2017 MG 3 1.5L Petrol · FY17 FKB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 68,923 miles passed with only a minor offside front brake pad advisory, previous data shows a cycle of failures immediately prior to renewals. The trend is currently improving following significant repairs in early 2025, but the history suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure. At 68,923 miles, this nine-year-old MG has averaged approximately 7,650 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small city car. The mileage accumulation is steady between tests, with roughly 3,600 miles driven between February 2024 and April 2025, and another 7,600 miles recorded between the April 2025 failure and the April 2026 test. This consistent use suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which generally helps prevent rubber components from per prematurely. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension geometry, as the April 2025 failure highlighted excessively worn rear bushes on both the nearside and offside suspension arms. Although these were replaced, the recurring nature of tyre damage and uneven wear suggests potential issues with alignment or poor quality replacement parts. The record also shows a fuel filter leak in February 2024; a physical inspection of the fuel lines and connections is necessary to ensure no residual weeping or secondary damage remains from that specific repair. The braking system requires a thorough check because the tester flagged a pitted and scored inner brake disc in 2025 and a worn offside front pad in 2026. The buyer should verify the remaining life of the pads across all axles and ensure the calipers are not binding or seizing. Given the history of tyre sidewall cuts and nails, the current age and tread depth of all four tyres must be visually inspected to ensure they have not perished or have not suffered structural damage since the previous failures.