2002 MINI ONE 1.6L Petrol · SB52 AUN

The vehicle is currently not in a verified roadworthy state as the most recent MOT test dates back to September 27, 2022. While the car passed that final inspection at 78,959 miles without any defects, the test is now nearly four years out of date. The maintenance trend appears stable but stagnant, with no recorded faults over the last three years of testing. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 24 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,290 miles per year. Between September 2021 and September 2022, the odometer moved only 3,139 miles. This pattern suggests the car has spent significant periods standing still. Low mileage on a vehicle of this vintage often masks deterioration caused by inactivity rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection for corrosion, particularly across the sills and floor pans, as these are common failure points for this model. Long periods of disuse frequently lead to seized brake calipers, perished rubber suspension bushes, and degraded tyre compounds regardless of tread depth. The record shows the car failed its tests on September 21, 2022, and September 21, 2021, only to pass days later. The lack of listed defects for these failures is unusual and suggests minor administrative or lighting issues were rectified quickly. Given the four year gap since the last certification, the engine oil, coolant, and brake fluid should be treated as contaminated. A physical check of the fuel system and battery health is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from long term dormancy.