2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LJ04 FHM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to minor defect-related items. While the car passed its most recent test in March 2024 at 109,567 miles, it failed the initial inspection that same day due to multiple defects including windscreen wipers, headlamp aim, and tyre condition. The trend shows a pattern of neglecting consumables and minor adjustments, indicating that the owner tends to address issues only when they become necessary during an MOT failure. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 109,567 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the data between June 2019 (72,092 miles) and January 2021 (96,036 miles), during which the vehicle covered over 24,000 miles in 19 months. Since then, usage has slowed considerably, with only 13,531 miles covered between 2021 and 2024. This intermittent use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown, which is consistent with the perishing tyres and blocked jets noted in the 2024 record. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and drivetrain components, as the record previously flagged a deteriorated CV boot on the nearside front drive shaft and play in the offside rear anti-roll bar joint. The 2024 failure highlighted front tyres with uneven wear and perishing, which suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that require attention. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, the inspector must also check for structural corrosion in the sills and underbody, as these are common failure points for this model that are not captured by mileage alone.