The rad is fine, but dirty, so I may take the opportunity to remove it entirely, flush it, paint it, replace the yellow fan and refit.
I definitely think it was over fuelling as the MPG I got on that short run was abysmal !
Thanks all, I have a trip to Mini spares planned on the weekend!
20w/50 + Filter
CTS sensor
88 degree thermostat
Rad flush
Fuel trap,
4 x vacuum pipes
bumper
fan blade
front badge
rear lenses
gaskets etc
Soundproofing
and all for under £180!!! For my 911, I just spent £110 on a heater relay! good to see inflation has yet to grab hold of the Mini world.
Thanks for the advice and wish me luck.