MINI MINI (R57)2014 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in October 2025, but the history reveals a developing pattern of structural corrosion and a recent spike in usage. The primary risk to this vehicle is rust. In late 2024, the tester flagged corrosion on both the front and rear subframes, along with the rear subframe mounting areas. By the 2025 test, this issue has progressed, with light corrosion now specifically noted on the offside rear inner sill. This movement of corrosion from the subframes to the body structure is a negative trend that suggests the car is deteriorating faster than expected for its age. The mileage history shows a distinct shift in how the car has been used. While the overall average is typical, the car covered over 13,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests, which is double the rate of the years prior. This recent heavy use likely contributed to the front tyre tread edges wearing low, following earlier issues in 2024 with cracked and perishing rear tyres. The overall condition trend is clearly worsening. The vehicle maintained a clean record in 2022 and 2023, but the 2024 failure and subsequent list of advisories indicate a rapid decline in mechanical health.