2002 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LS02 AMX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, having passed its most recent MOT on 25 April 2025 at 64,699 miles. This test was completed with no defects recorded. The history shows a pattern of immediate rectification, as seen in April 2025 and October 2022, where the vehicle failed and passed on the same or adjacent days. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 24 year old car, averaging roughly 2,696 miles per year. Between 28 October 2022 and 25 April 2025, the odometer rose from 57,871 to 64,699 miles. This indicates the car has covered only 6,828 miles in nearly three years, suggesting it has spent significant time stationary or in very light use. While the MOT record is remarkably clean with no listed advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion, the low usage pattern presents specific risks. Long periods of inactivity often lead to perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, and degraded fluids. A buyer should physically inspect the tyres for flat spots or age-related cracking and check for signs of moisture ingress or rust in the sills and floor pans. Attention should be paid to the battery health and the integrity of the fuel system, as these often suffer when a vehicle is not driven regularly. Despite the absence of recorded faults, the lack of any wear-and-tear advisories over several years is unusual for a car of this vintage. A manual check of the clutch operation and engine seals is recommended to ensure that low mileage has not masked deterioration from disuse.