2009 MINI 1.6L Petrol · A17 JAO

The vehicle is in a roadworthy condition following a successful MOT on July 18, 2026, at 94,533 miles. This pass followed the rectification of a failure just one day prior at 94,524 miles, where both rear tyres were flagged for being below the legal tread depth limit. While the immediate safety issues are resolved, the maintenance trend suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to consumables, with the owner only addressing tyre issues once they trigger a failure rather than performing preventative replacements. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 94,533 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage patterns with intervals of roughly 3,000 to 5,000 miles between annual tests. However, the low mileage often masks age-related degradation of rubber-based components. This is evidenced by the 2015 failure for a badly perished tyre with exposed cords, a condition typically resulting from a vehicle sitting for long periods rather than high-mileage wear. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension closely, specifically the nearside rear upper suspension arm which was noted for corrosion in July 2025 at 89,469 miles. Although the tester found it not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on these components tends to progress steadily. The history also shows evidence of pitted and scored rear brake discs from 2017, so a physical check of the current rotor surfaces is necessary to ensure no significant thinning or cracking. Given the recurring issues with tyre tread depth and condition, the age and manufacture date of all four tyres should be verified to ensure they are not perished despite having sufficient tread remaining.