2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RO04 UUX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection in February 2026 at 98,261 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car successfully achieved a clean pass following two previous failures. While the history shows failures in 2024 and 2025, the subsequent passes with no recorded defects suggest that any identified mechanical or structural issues were rectified prior to the passing tests. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,466 miles per year. The data reveals a significant gap in usage between September 2024 and September 2025, where the car covered only one mile in a full year. However, the vehicle saw 8,569 miles between the September 2025 and February 2026 tests. This pattern of intermittent use often indicates long periods of standing, which can lead to degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown rather than traditional mileage-related wear. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on components most susceptible to low-mileage storage and age. Check for signs of perished suspension bushes, cracked rubber hoses and brake lines, and seized brake calipers which often result from sitting stationary. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the subframe and floor pans is essential, as the MOT record does not show historical rust. Verify the tyres for sidewall cracking or flat spots that develop during the long periods of inactivity noted in the records.