2008 MINI MINI1.6L Petrol

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a clean pass on 27 June 2025 at 107,163 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the most recent three tests show no recorded defects or advisories. This suggests the car is in a roadworthy condition and has been kept up to a standard that meets minimum legal requirements without lingering faults. The mileage is low for an eighteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,954 miles per year. The distance covered between the July 2023 test at 92,265 miles and the June 2025 test at 107,163 miles shows a steady increase of approximately 14,898 miles over two years. This consistent usage pattern reduces the likelihood that the car has suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to seized calipers or perished rubber seals. The MOT history is unusually clean for a 2008 model, with no mention of corrosion, suspension wear, or brake deterioration across several years. While the records show failures in June 2023 and June 2024, the lack of listed defects suggests these may have been administrative or minor issues resolved immediately. A buyer should still physically inspect the chassis and suspension mounting points for structural rust, as these are common failure points for this era of Mini that may not have been flagged in these specific tests. Check the condition of the brake discs and tyres during a physical inspection. Because the MOT record is devoid of advisories, it is unclear when consumables were last replaced. Verify the service history to ensure oil changes and coolant flushes align with the low mileage, as the lack of MOT-flagged faults does not guarantee that preventative mechanical maintenance has been performed.