2009 MINI 1.6L Petrol · FE09 LBV

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable and consistent maintenance trend. The most recent test conducted on 29 July 2025 at 71,774 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories. This clean record across the last five annual tests suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and has not suffered from recurring mechanical or structural failures typically seen in older models. At 71,774 miles, this 2009 MINI has covered remarkably low mileage, averaging approximately 4,222 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage between 2021 and 2025, with mileage increments of roughly 2,800 to 3,000 miles per test interval. This low usage pattern indicates that wear on the drivetrain and engine components remains minimal, though such low mileage on a seventeen-year-old vehicle often shifts concerns toward rubber-based components and fluid degradation due to periods of sitting rather than mechanical friction. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must perform a physical inspection focusing on common low-mileage age issues. Inspect the suspension arm bushes for cracking and the coil springs for corrosion, as these can perish regardless of distance driven. Check the brake discs for surface pitting or scoring, which frequently occurs on cars used sparingly. Additionally, verify the integrity of the underbody for structural rust in the sills and floor pans, as the MOT only identifies significant corrosion once it reaches the threshold of the test.