1964 MORRIS MINI0.8L PETROL

The most recent MOT on record is from 12 October 2017, when the Mini was tested at 86 000 mi and passed with no defects recorded. That is the only MOT entry supplied, so there is no evidence of any recurring problems or recent failures. Because the MOT is now almost nine years old, the lack of newer test results is the main risk indicator. An MOT is required each year, so the absence of later data suggests the car may have been off‑road, unregistered, or simply not tested. Without more recent results we cannot say whether any wear or faults have developed since 2017. The mileage of 86 000 mi on a 62‑year‑old vehicle works out to roughly 1 400 mi per year, which is well below the average for a car of this age. Low mileage can mean the Mini has been used lightly, which may have preserved many components, but it can also indicate long periods of storage. Prolonged inactivity can lead to issues such as dried‑out seals, rust on the chassis, and degraded suspension bushings. Because the mileage signal is ambiguous, it should be treated cautiously rather than assumed to guarantee low wear. Overall the trend appears stable – the only MOT shows no defects – but the missing recent MOTs prevent us from confirming whether the condition has remained unchanged, improved, or deteriorated over the past nine years.