MOT – August 2027 Introduced to celebrate four decades of one of Britain’s most recognisable motor cars, the Rover Mini 40th Anniversary combined the timeless shape of the original Mini with a particularly attractive level of equipment and special-edition detailing.

This 1999 example, registration ‘T230 WWC’, is finished in an attractive light colour complemented by the distinctive gold coachlines and ‘Mini 40’ crests to the rear quarters.

The exterior specification is completed by alloy wheels, chrome brightwork and a pair of auxiliary driving lamps, giving the car the quintessential sporting Mini appearance.

The special-edition theme continues inside, where the cabin features dark leather upholstery with contrasting piping and the distinctive Mini 40 instrumentation.

The photographs show a wonderfully period interior which has clearly been enjoyed, with the leather displaying some age-related patination consistent with the car’s mileage.

Under the bonnet sits the later fuel-inje...