2009 MINI 1.4L Petrol · LS59 WKN

This 2009 MINI has covered approximately 97,340 miles over 17 years, averaging a low 5,726 miles per year. While this suggests light usage, the four-year gap since the last recorded MOT in June 2022 is a significant red flag. A vehicle sitting idle for such an extended period is prone to seized brake components, perished rubber seals, and internal engine corrosion, regardless of the low total mileage. The MOT history itself is unusually clean, with no recorded advisories or failures listed in the provided data, aside from a brief, unexplained failure followed by a pass in June 2022. This lack of recorded defects is suspicious for a vehicle of this age and suggests that the MOT records may not capture the full maintenance reality or that the car has been off the road for a substantial duration. The primary risk here is the extended period of inactivity since 2022. You cannot rely on the clean MOT history to reflect the current mechanical state of the car, as it has likely not been driven or maintained for years. The low mileage is ambiguous; it could indicate a well-preserved vehicle or one that has suffered from neglect and lack of lubrication. Before purchasing, you must inspect the condition of all rubber components, including hoses, belts, and tyre sidewalls, for signs of dry rot and cracking. Check the brake discs for heavy surface rust or pitting caused by standing.