2009 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LL09 ONZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes across its recorded tests. The most recent inspection on 14 January 2025 at 44,881 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day. This suggests a minor issue was rectified immediately before the retest, and the car currently meets all statutory safety and environmental requirements without advisory. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,640 miles per year. There is a notable four-year gap between the July 2019 test at 38,968 miles and the October 2023 test at 40,409 miles, during which only 1,441 miles were covered. This pattern indicates the car likely sat stationary for long periods. While this reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often increases the risk of degradation in rubber-based components and fluid-related issues. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-use, high-age conditions. Check for perished suspension bushes, split arm bushings, and tyre sidewalls which crack and rot even without significant mileage. Given the long intervals between use, inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or seized calipers from lack of use. Additionally, examine the structural integrity for corrosion on the subframe and rear floor pans, as moisture retention can occur when a vehicle is not driven regularly.