2012 Morgan 3 Wheeler 2.0L Petrol · PS03 MOG

This Morgan 3 Wheeler presents a stable and largely uneventful roadworthiness profile across its most recent five-year MOT window. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no recurring or worsening failures. In the most recent test on 9 July 2025 at 11,746 miles, the tester issued a single advisory for slight play in the offside front wheel bearing, classified under item 5.1.3 (a) (i). This is a minor mechanical observation rather than a failure, and it does not appear in the preceding four annual tests, suggesting it is a recent and isolated development rather than a chronic fault. The mileage pattern reinforces the impression of very gentle use. Between 9 July 2021 at 9,363 miles and 9 July 2025 at 11,746 miles, the vehicle covered just 2,383 miles over four years, averaging roughly 596 miles per annum in that period. The earlier interval from 2021 to 2022 saw 1,015 miles added, which is still modest. At approximately 14 years old with 11,746 miles on the clock, this equates to roughly 839 miles per year, well below typical annual usage. Such low mileage can preserve mechanical components but also raises the possibility of prolonged standing, which may affect rubber bushes, seals, and tyre condition through age-related deterioration rather than wear. The sole advisory on record, slight play in the offside front wheel bearing, warrants a focused inspection. Wheel bearing wear on a three-wheeled vehicle has a more direct impact on handling and stability than on a four-wheeled car, so a buyer should verify this component carefully. Check for roughness or notchiness when rotating the front wheel by hand, and listen for humming or rumbling at low speed on a test drive. Given the vehicle's age, also inspect all rubber suspension bushes, ball joints, and dust covers for perishing, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from dry cracking rather than mechanical wear. Beyond the advisory, examine the chassis and body mountings for corrosion, paying close attention to any structural tubing or outriggers typical of Morgan construction. Tyre sidewall condition and date codes deserve attention, as tyres older than six years may need replacement regardless of remaining tread. Brake components, including discs, pads, and hydraulic lines, should be checked for corrosion from standing periods. The MOT record is reassuringly clean overall, but the low annual mileage and age of this vehicle mean a hands-on mechanical inspection remains essential before purchase.