2012 Morgan Plus 4 2.0L Petrol · SS03 MOR

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent record of clean passes across its documented history. The most recent test conducted on 17 August 2022 at 2,348 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This consistency suggests the car has been kept in a controlled environment and has not been subjected to the mechanical stress or environmental neglect seen in higher-mileage vehicles. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 168 miles per year. Between the May 2016 test at 1,668 miles and the August 2022 test at 2,348 miles, the car covered only 680 miles over six years. This data indicates the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. While this limits wear on the drivetrain, engine, and suspension components, it introduces specific risks related to fluid degradation and seal perishation that do not always appear on a standard MOT test sheet. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the risks associated with long-term storage rather than mechanical wear. The tester should check for brake fluid ingress, flat-spotted tyres, and perished rubber components such as suspension bushes and split boots. Because the car has moved so little, it is vital to inspect the brake discs for heavy corrosion and ensure the calipers have not seized. Additionally, the internal structural integrity of the chassis should be verified for surface rust that may have developed from moisture accumulation during long periods of inactivity.