MINI MINI2010 · 1.6L Petrol

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pattern of passing its MOT tests. The most recent inspection on 15 January 2026 at 115,942 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a trend of clean passes dating back to early 2023, suggesting the car is currently maintained to a standard that meets minimum legal requirements without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a 16 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,246 miles per year. The accumulation of distance has been steady and predictable over the last few years. Between the February 2023 test at 107,226 miles and the January 2026 test at 115,942 miles, the car covered 8,716 miles. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has avoided long periods of standing, which often leads to seized brake calipers or perished rubber components. A single failure occurred on 2 February 2023 at 107,083 miles, though the record shows no specific defects listed for that failure. The car passed its retest just two weeks later on 16 February 2023. The absence of advisories across the last four tests is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, as one would typically expect to see mentions of tyre wear, brake disc corrosion, or suspension bush degradation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas the MOT tester may have overlooked or that do not trigger a failure. Check the condition of the coil springs and suspension mounts for signs of fatigue. Inspect the underbody for structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and suspension mounting points, as these are common weak spots for this model. Verify the service history to ensure oil changes and coolant flushes have occurred, as the clean MOT record confirms legal compliance but does not guarantee comprehensive mechanical preventative maintenance.