1966 MG B 1.8L Petrol · OTW 226D

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by five consecutive years clean MOT passes. The most recent inspection on 3 March 2026 at 4,809 miles returned no defects or advisories. This consistency suggests a high level of mechanical care and that the structural and safety components are currently being maintained in a condition that avoids the failure criteria of the annual testing process. The mileage history reveals a significant shift in usage patterns. Between February 2022 and March 2023, the vehicle covered 2,054 miles, moving the odometer from 96,629 to 98,683. However, since March 2023, usage has dropped drastically, with only 583 miles recorded for the 2024 test and 2,202 miles by 2025. The current average of approximately 80 miles per year indicates the car is likely used sparingly or remains stored for long periods. While this limits wear on the drivetrain and engine, it introduces specific risks associated with stationary vehicles. A buyer must look beyond the clean MOT record to inspect the car for age-related degradation of rubber-based components. Long periods of standing often lead to perished brake lines, cracked suspension bushes, and degraded tyre sidewalls that not trigger a failure until they fail structurally. The tester should check for binding brake calipers or leaking fluid seals resulting from lack of movement. Given the low mileage and age of the MG, the structural integrity of the sills and floor pans remains the priority, as the MOT only tests for corrosion once it has reached a dangerous threshold.