2017 MG 3 1.5L Petrol · PD02 BAX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative mechanical care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 50,242 miles resulted in a pass following a failure for multiple issues including a fractured rear coil spring, imbalanced front brakes, and structural corrosion. While the car passed after these repairs, the presence of these faults suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical failures once they prevented a valid MOT certificate. At nine years old age, the recorded 50,242 miles represent a low annual usage pattern of approximately 5,582 miles. This low mileage often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber components and seals due to age rather than wear. Between August 2023 (36,008 miles) and October 2024 (48,583 miles), the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles in just fourteen months, showing a significant spike in use that likely contributed to the tyre wear and lighting issues noted during that period. A buyer must closely inspect the front sub-frame to monitor the progression of the corrosion noted in October 2025. Although the tester deemed it not seriously weakened at that time, structural rust on MG components is prone to rapid deterioration if not treated or replaced. The oil leak identified in October 2024 also requires a physical inspection to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak given the low mileage driven intervals between tests. Furthermore, the suspension and braking should be verified to ensure the fractured coil spring was replaced with quality parts and that the brake imbalance was fully rectified. The history of uneven tyre wear in 2023 suggests potential issues with wheel alignment which should be checked to prevent premature replacement of any new tyres.