2009 MINI 1.6L Petrol · ST09 WPO

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a recent period of severe structural degradation. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 100,234 miles indicates a pass, it noted a front subframe mounting repair covered in underseal. This follows a critical failure in May 2024 where both the front and rear subframes were flagged as corroded and seriously weakened. The mechanical trend shows a transition from minor corrosion to structural failure, which has only been addressed within the last year of operation. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 100,234 miles is low, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant cluster of mechanical failures between April 2023 and May 2024, where the car covered over 5,700 miles in just thirteen months. This suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods previously, which often contributes to the perished rubber components and deep corrosion seen on the chassis and suspension components noted in the 2024 failures. A buyer must verify the quality of the subframe repairs performed in mid-2025. Because the tester previously noted that plastic undertrays prevented a full assessment, a physical inspection of the undercarriage is essential to ensure rust has not merely been masked with underseal. The suspension requires close scrutiny, particularly the front arm bushes which were identified as excessively worn in 2024. Given the history of an illuminated brake fluid warning lamp and major exhaust leaks in 2024, the braking system and exhaust manifold should be checked for secondary leaks or incomplete repairs.