2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · BY03 AJK

The 2004 MINI currently holds a valid MOT certificate, indicating a stable maintenance trend with no recorded defects across its documented history. The most recent examination on 16 March 2026 at 82,193 miles passed without any defects, following a failed test on the same day at 82,177 miles that also listed no defects. This suggests an administrative anomaly or an immediately rectified minor issue, as the tester flagged no mechanical or structural faults. The vehicle presents a clean compliance record, demonstrating consistent upkeep without recurring failures. The recorded mileage of 82,193 miles equates to an annual average of roughly 3,736 miles, which is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle. Between the 24 April 2024 test at 71,629 miles and the 16 March 2026 test at 82,193 miles, the car covered 10,564 miles over nearly two years. This indicates a moderate increase in usage compared to the lifetime average, with 5,227 miles driven between April 2024 and April 2025. The MOT history is remarkably clean, showing no advisories or defects, though the sparse testing frequency aligns with the low annual mileage. Despite the flawless MOT record, the low annual mileage necessitates a rigorous physical inspection focused on age-related deterioration rather than wear. A buyer must closely examine the tyre sidewalls for perishing and cracking, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth. The braking system requires careful scrutiny; calipers can bind and discs can suffer surface corrosion from prolonged standing. Suspension bushes and shock absorbers may have deteriorated from age rather than use. The underbody and structural components demand a thorough check for corrosion, a common issue on older MINIs, specifically around the rear subframe, sills, and jacking points.