2002 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RL52 RXS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the history reveals a pattern of deferred maintenance regarding suspension and braking components. While it passed its most recent test on 21 May 2025 at 52,981 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior due to a critical play issue in the nearside track rod end and a rough offside front wheel bearing. The persistence of worn suspension arm bushes and pitted brake discs across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they approach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 5,412 miles recorded between February 2023 and May 2024, followed by only roughly 970 miles driven between the May 2024 and May 2025 tests. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, evidenced by the recurring reports of perished tyres and worn bushes in the 2023 and 2025 records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the tester has flagged issues with track rod ends, wheel bearings, and arm bushes repeatedly. The braking system shows clear signs of neglect with pitting and scoring on both front and rear discs, which indicates long periods of inactivity or lack of cleaning. Additionally, the 2023 report of a corroded rear silencer and leak requires a close look at the exhaust system to ensure structural corrosion has not progressed beyond the minor advisory.