2014 MINI Paceman 1.6L Petrol · FJ11 ARY

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend regarding braking components and tyre management. While the most recent test on 4 September 2025 at 94,608 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged significant corrosion across all brake discs and uneven wear on the rear pads. This follows a pattern of deteriorating brake health, as the 26 September 2023 test at 78,441 miles also noted pitted or scored front brake discs. The transition from simple pad wear in 2020 to widespread disc corrosion and uneven pad wear suggests a lack of recent preventative maintenance on the braking system. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 12-year-old vehicle. The car averages approximately 7,884 miles per year, showing steady progression from 33,972 miles in September 2017 to the current 94,608 miles. There are no significant gaps in the annual testing history, indicating the vehicle has been in regular, predictable use rather than sitting idle for long periods. This steady mileage helps mitigate some risks of age-related rubber degradation, though the MOT record suggests other issues persist. Tyre management presents a recurring concern for this vehicle. The tester recorded structural failures in September 2022 with an offside front tyre bulge and again in September 2024 when a nearside front tyre bulge caused an initial failure. These structural bulges often stem from impact damage or poor quality replacements. The 2024 record also highlighted low tread on both rear tyres, which required rectification to pass. A buyer should closely inspect the sidewalls of all four tyres for any signs of bulging or impact damage. The braking system requires a thorough physical inspection. Given the 2025 advisory regarding corroded discs and unevenly wearing rear pads, a technician should check for binding calipers or seized slide pins that might be causing the uneven wear. The history of pitted and scored discs indicates that the braking components are reaching the end of their service life. Beyond the brakes and tyres, the absence of structural or suspension advisories in the recent years suggests the chassis remains in a stable condition, but the mechanical consumables are clearly due for attention.