2009 MINI 1.6L Diesel · LL59 CWE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion and mechanical wear. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 93,142 miles passed, it followed a failure just ten days prior at nearly identical mileage. The transition from a failure to a pass indicates that the worn front suspension arm bushes were addressed, yet the persistence of significant corrosion on both the front and rear subframes suggests that the structural integrity is beginning to degrade, which will require close monitoring. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 93,142 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap in usage between May 2023 (78,759 miles) and June 2024 (85,607 miles), representing only 7,000 miles covered in thirteen months. This low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the worn suspension bushes and binding brakes noted in the later records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the subframes to ensure the noted corrosion has not progressed into a seriously weakened state. The recurring issue of the offside rear brake binding, flagged in both 2024 and 2025, necessitates a check for seized caliper pistons or worn slider pins. Additionally, the external damage and corrosion on the rear shock absorber casings should be inspected for fluid leaks that would indicate an imminent failure of the damping units.