2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RY04 PFN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the history indicates a pattern of testing inconsistency. The most recent test conducted on 13 February 2023 at 152,055 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle met minimum legal standards at that time. However, the record shows failures immediately prior to passes in both 2022 and 2023, implying the car frequently suffers from minor non-compliance that requires immediate rectification to pass the annual inspection. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 152,055 miles reflects an annual average of approximately 6,912 miles, which is consistent with low-to-moderate domestic usage. The data shows a steady progression of mileage, with roughly 3,000 miles covered between January 2021 and January 2022, and another 3,000 miles between February 2022 and February 2023. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion in older Minis. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension and underbody structure, as these are common failure points for this generation at high mileage. Given the recurring failures just before passes, the inspector should check specifically for worn suspension bushes, perished coil springs, and early-stage corrosion on the subframe mounts which may have triggered previous failures. The lack of advisories in the 2023 record is notable, but the three-year gap since the last recorded test means the current state of brake pads, discs, and tyre tread is unknown and requires immediate verification.