2013 MINI 1.6L Diesel · PH02 AKH

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning development regarding structural integrity. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 76,138 miles passed, it carried an advisory for rear sub-frame corrosion. This issue was first identified in the August 2024 test at 63,352 miles, indicating that the oxidation is a persistent condition that has not been addressed despite multiple passing results. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,857 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between October 2022 (50,678 miles) and July 2023 (52,281 miles), where the car covered only 1,600 miles in over nine months. However, usage increased sharply between 2023 and 2025, with nearly 24,000 miles covered in two years. Such infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the cracks noted on all four tyres during the 2022 inspection. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the rear sub-frame to determine the rate of metal loss. Because the tester flagged this component twice in consecutive years, there is a high risk of advancing structural thinning that could eventually lead to a significant failure. The inspection should also evaluate the front suspension and alignment, as the recurring edge wear on the tyres in 2022 and 2024 suggests an ongoing issue or worn suspension bushes. Given the low mileage and age, all- fluid hoses and rubber seals should also be checked for perish rot resulting from long periods of standing.