2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RJ04 CVS

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 30 May 2025 at 84,553 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable following a period of intermittent failures. While the car failed tests in both 2023 and 2024, the immediate passes following those failures indicate that the previous owner was willing to address and rectify specific mechanical faults to bring the car back to a legal testing standard. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,843 miles per year. The data shows very little movement between tests; for instance, the car covered only 14 miles between the June 2023 and May 2024 tests, and a mere 44 miles between the May 2024 and 2025 tests. This pattern of extreme low-mileage usage often suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which frequently leads to the degradation of rubber components, fluid breakdown, and brake corrosion rather than mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as low-mileage vehicles of this era are prone to hidden rust in the sills and subframes. Given the history of failures followed by passes, a close look at the suspension bushes and control arms is necessary as these parts often perish from age while stationary. The buyer should also check for signs of seized brake calipers or perished tyres, as infrequent use is a primary cause of these specific issues despite the low recorded mileage.