2006 MINI Cooper 1.6L Petrol · DIG 2862

The most recent MOT on 2026-05-15 recorded a pass but noted a brake warning light being on and a central upper stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning. These issues are minor but indicate potential electrical or brake system faults requiring attention. The vehicle has no other defects listed for this test. The 2024-04-22 MOT revealed significant mechanical and structural issues, including corroded and weakened suspension components, fractured coil springs, and direction indicator colour faults. These defects were not repeated in subsequent MOTs, suggesting repairs were made. However, the 2026 MOT’s brake warning light and lamp issue imply ongoing electrical or brake system concerns that may not have been fully resolved. The trend shows a major failure in 2024 followed by passes in 2025 and 2026, with only minor defects in the latest test. This suggests the vehicle’s condition has stabilized since repairs, but the 2026 defect indicates some underlying issues persist. The pattern does not clearly show worsening or improvement, but the 2024 failure highlights serious structural and suspension risks that may have been addressed. The vehicle’s mileage of 58,102 miles at 20 years old equates to roughly 2,905 miles per year, which is low for its age.