1995 Rover MINI 1.3L Petrol · M904 NWP

The vehicle currently presents an unroadworthy status based on the most recent MOT test in August 2022. The maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding critical suspension and braking components. While the car passed tests in 2019, the 2022 failure revealed poor parking brake efficiency and significant play in both nearside and offside front upper ball joints. Given that no test record exists for nearly four years, the vehicle has likely been off the road or neglected since then. The mileage data is highly inconsistent and suggests either long periods of storage or a recording discrepancy. The car recorded 81,411 miles in 2014 and jumped to 99,312 miles by May 2019, representing a significant period of use. However, the August 2022 test recorded a massive drop to just 2,579 miles. This extreme reduction indicates the vehicle has sat stationary, which often leads to seized brakes, perished seals, and accelerated degradation of rubber components despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension geometry. The 2014 record noted rear sub-frame corrosion, which is a known vulnerability for this generation of Mini and must be checked for structural integrity. Recurring issues with radius arm bushes and ball joints across multiple years suggest the front end assembly is nearing the end of its life. The braking system also requires urgent attention, as the history shows persistent imbalanced brakes and low handbrake readings that likely stem from seized cylinders or perished cables after the long periods of inactivity.