2002 MINI 1.6L Petrol · BX52 ADO

The vehicle is currently without a valid MOT, as the last recorded test was over four years ago on 19 February 2022. While that final test at 67,980 miles was a clean pass with no defects, the broader history shows a fluctuating maintenance trend. The car suffered a series of failures and advisories between 2018 and 2020, suggesting a period of neglect followed by a brief window of corrective repairs. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 24 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,832 miles per year. The record shows the car covered only 2,167 miles between February 2021 and February 2022. Such low usage often indicates the vehicle has spent long periods stationary, which typically accelerates the degradation of rubber components and promotes corrosion in areas where moisture traps. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis and braking system. The record shows a recurring struggle with corrosion, specifically brake pipe corrosion flagged in 2011 and 2013, and general underbody corrosion noted in February 2019. The February 2020 test highlighted pitted and scored brake discs on all four wheels along with a sump oil leak, indicating that basic fluid and friction component maintenance was inconsistent. The suspension has a history of deterioration. In February 2018, the car failed on a deteriorated radius arm bush, a worn ball joint dust cover, and excessive play in the offside front wheel bearing. Earlier entries from 2015 and 2016 also flagged deteriorating suspension arm bushes. Given the age and the pattern of suspension wear, the current state of the rubber bushings and shock absorber casings requires a professional physical assessment to ensure structural integrity.