2007 MINI Cooper Auto 1.6L Petrol · AV02 SAZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of deferred repairs regarding minor electrical and suspension components. The most recent test in June 2026 at 69,271 miles identified a worn suspension rod pin or bush and a perished front strut top. While these did not result in a failure, the history of recurring failures related to headlamp aim and bulbs suggests that the owner often only addresses issues when an MOT is imminent rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 19 years old, the mileage is exceptionally low with only 69,271 miles recorded, averaging roughly 3,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the records between November 2016 and January 2018, where the car sat stationary or covered minimal 6,000 miles. This low usage explains the relatively low wear on the drivetrain, but it often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the perished strut top and worn bushes noted in 2026 despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should specifically inspect the engine bay for active oil leaks, as the record noted the engine was wet with oil in 2019 and had non-excessive leaks in both 2022 and 2025. The steering system requires close attention due to the recorded play in the steering rack inner joints from 2022. Additionally, the consistent history of front tyres reaching the legal limit with uneven wear across 2018, 2021, and 2026 indicates a likely persistent alignment issue or incorrect geometry that needs to be verified to prevent premature tyre failure.