2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · AV04 XAF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on March 4 2025 at 151,027 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes. In both February 2025 and June 2024, the car failed the test only to pass a few days later. This suggests the owner is reactive to MOT requirements, addressing faults only when prompted by a test tester rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule to avoid test failures. At 151,027 miles over 22 years, the MINI averages approximately 6,865 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for an older vehicle of this type. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 9,308 miles covered between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 8,295 miles recorded between June 2024 and March 2025. This steady accumulation indicates the car does not sit stationary for long periods, but the high cumulative mileage places significant stress on the drivetrain, suspension components, and rubber bushings. While the most recent records show no defects or advisories, the age and mileage of the vehicle necessitate a thorough physical inspection of structural integrity. A buyer should specifically check for corrosion on the rear subframe and mounting points, which are common failure areas on this generation. Given the reactive nature of the previous maintenance, an inspection of the brake system for binding calipers and the condition of the suspension arms is essential to ensure no hidden mechanical wear is developing between the next annual test.