I've been in touch with this chap. He says the brakes have been reconditioned. He didn't answer me as to why the previous sale fell through but he does want more money than it sold for. It's private bids so form your own view on this!
He says it doesn't need an mot! Maybe he's got an Italian license and just going to drive around on Italian plates! He also says he is now leaving the uk so thats why he is selling . Maybe this is an ok car that someone will get at a decent price but I think this will have to be more than it sold for last time