1961 Rover MINI 1.3L Petrol · 552 TKX

The Rover Mini passed its most recent MOT on 22 December 2021 at 61,824 miles with no defects recorded, leaving the maintenance trend stable but unverified for over four years. The single clean test gives no evidence of worsening faults, though the absence of any later examination means current roadworthiness cannot be confirmed from the record alone. Recorded mileage stands at 61,824 against a 1961 build, an average of roughly 951 miles per year. The December 2021 test shows the same figure as the vehicle's stated recorded mileage, with no earlier entries supplied. Such low annual use over 65 years suggests long dormant periods, which on a classic Mini raises the risk of perished rubber components and standing corrosion rather than high-load mechanical wear. A buyer should physically inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for age-related degradation the 2021 test did not flag. The tester noted no advisories on exhaust emissions or structural integrity, yet a four-and-a-half-year gap since that pass demands a fresh check for floor pan rust and subframe corrosion. Given the clean history and minimal mileage, previous keepers appear to have stored the car lightly rather than neglected basic upkeep. Verify the odometer reading matches the 61,824 logged, and commission a current MOT before purchase to catch any deterioration from standing.