MINI MINI2009 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, passing its most recent MOT test on 10 November 2025 at 120,122 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes in the last two consecutive years. This suggests that while the owner is proactive enough to rectify issues identified by the tester, the vehicle frequently operates at the threshold of legal compliance, likely due to components being replaced only upon failure or during a pre-test inspection. At approximately 17 years old, the recorded 120,122 miles represent an annual average of roughly 7,066 miles, which aligns with typical low-to-moderate usage patterns for this age. The data shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between the November 2023 and 2024 tests, and approximately 7,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This regularity in use suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals, rubber components, and fluid systems despite the inherent age of the vehicle. Note: As the provided record shows no specific defects for the failures, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of common MINI failure points. Focus should be placed on the front suspension geometry, specifically checking for worn control arm bushes and coil spring fatigue, which are prone to wear on this model. Given the age and mileage, a close inspection for structural corrosion on the rear subframe and exhaust mounting points is essential. Since the record does not specify the cause of the previous failures, also inspect the braking system for binding calipers and the condition of the tyre tread depth to ensure no immediate consumable issues are looming.