2018 MINI ONE 1.2L Petrol · C16 PGE

The 2018 MINI One presents a stable and largely clean roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT conducted on 20 February 2026 at 32,683 miles resulting in a pass. The only defect recorded on that date was a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, a minor consumable issue rather than a structural or mechanical concern. Looking at the broader trend, the vehicle has passed three of its last four MOT tests outright, with the single failure in February 2024 caused by an incorrect headlamp aim, a straightforward adjustment rather than a recurring fault. The maintenance pattern is therefore stable, with no evidence of worsening mechanical deterioration. The mileage accumulation tells a story of genuinely low use. Covering just 3,891 miles between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests, and averaging roughly 4,085 miles per year over eight years, this is well below typical annual figures for a vehicle of this age. The record shows no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps in testing, with consistent annual MOT entries from 2023 through 2026. Such low mileage can mean reduced wear on brakes, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components, though prolonged periods of standing may introduce its own concerns around seized brake calipers, perished rubber hoses, and localised corrosion that mileage alone does not reveal. The recurring advisory pattern centres on tyre wear, flagged in both the February 2023 and February 2026 tests. Both instances involved tyres worn close to the legal limit or worn on edge, suggesting possible alignment issues or simply that the previous owner deferred replacement until the MOT flagged the problem. A buyer should inspect all four tyres carefully, checking for uneven wear patterns across the tread that could point to tracking or suspension geometry issues. The edge wear specifically hints at possible toe misalignment rather than simple underinflation. Beyond tyres, the clean MOT record gives little cause for alarm, but low-mileage vehicles of this age warrant a close physical inspection of the underside for corrosion on brake lines, subframes, and suspension mounting points. Brake discs and pads may show surface rust or uneven wear if the car has sat for extended periods between uses. Rubber components including suspension bushes, track rod ends, and CV gaiters should be checked for perishing, as age degrades rubber regardless of mileage. The headlamp aim failure in 2024 was resolved, but verifying that both headlamps sit correctly and that no suspension sag is present would be prudent before purchase.