2009 MINI 1.6L Petrol · EY09 BZV

The vehicle maintains a high roadworthiness status with a remarkably stable maintenance trend across the last three inspections. The most recent test on 8 May 2025 at 80,782 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows clean results from February 2024 and February 2023, indicating that the vehicle has consistently met minimum standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,752 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of low use between February 2023 and February 2024, where the car covered only three miles in a full year. However, the vehicle covered 6,817 miles in the 15 months leading up to May 2025, suggesting a recent increase in usage. This pattern indicates the car may have spent long periods standing stationary, which can sometimes lead to age-related component degradation rather than mileage-related wear. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to low-mileage neglect. Check for cracking or age-related perished in rubber control arm bushes and brake boots, as these often fail on cars that are infrequently driven. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting caused by long periods of inactivity and verify that the calipers are not seized. Given the age of the MINI, a thorough check of the subframe for structural rust remains essential, despite the lack of previous failures.