1989 ROVER MINI1.0L Petrol

The 1989 Rover Mini is presently roadworthy after passing the November 3 2025 MOT at 65,641 miles, which noted only minor tyre perishing and no structural or mechanical failures. This follows a September 19 2024 test at 65,410 miles that recorded extensive suspension wear, excessive wheel bearing play, a twisted front brake hose and excessive carbon‑monoxide emissions, and a subsequent November 8 2024 test at 65,413 miles that passed after remedial work, indicating that the major defects have been corrected and the vehicle’s condition is now stable. At 37 years old, the Mini has accumulated 65,641 miles, averaging just 1,774 miles per year, a rate far lower than typical for its age and suggesting prolonged periods of standing. Mileage has risen only 3 miles between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests and 172 miles over the 15 months preceding the 2024 failure, confirming a relatively static usage pattern. A buyer should therefore inspect the front and rear suspension arms, ball joints, bushes and wheel bearings for continued excessive wear, confirm that the oil leak and exhaust emission faults have been fully resolved, verify tyre condition and alignment, and examine the chassis and suspension mounting points for structural rust or corrosion.