2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LM04 MYU

This 2004 Mini Cooper currently holds an expired roadworthiness status, given that the last recorded test occurred on October 29, 2021, at an unspecified mileage. Without a valid MOT certificate for nearly five years, the vehicle cannot legally be driven on public roads and requires a complete retest before use. The maintenance trend heading into that final pass showed an immediate correction of earlier failures, though the complete lack of advisory notes limits a deeper technical assessment of wear items. The mileage data presents a significant gap in the official record, restricting any chronological tracking of distance accumulation between tests. The historical sequence shows three closely spaced examinations in the autumn of 2021, starting with a failure on September 10, a second failure on October 27, and a subsequent pass on October 29. This rapid succession of tests indicates that the vehicle failed initial inspections and required remedial work before securing a pass certificate just under two months later. Prospective buyers must approach this machine with caution and conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the high-wear mechanical and structural components typical of first-generation modern Minis. The suspension system, including lower control arm bushes, coil springs, and dampers, demands careful scrutiny for fatigue, alongside the braking system for scored discs and binding calipers. Corrosion beneath the subframes and sills also requires thorough examination, as structural rust frequently affects vehicles of this age and mileage bracket.