David, thanks, I've added additional sealing foam to the lip of this seal as the existing has become compressed, but may tape it as well with suitable tape.
Charcoal canister is my next point of call, I see MGOC have a batch on offer at present. https://www.mgocspares.co.uk/pdfs/hotline.pdf
... if the subframe to chassis mount fails, how much does the body drop by approximately? Obviously I'm supporting the car under the sill to prevent this, but it would be useful to know as it will give me an idea of the movement to expect. if this happens, is there a risk of twisting the subframe / chassis mounts?
inside bolt head is rounded off, so will try a bit of heat this evening,