MINI MINI (R57)2009 · 1.6L PETROL

Most recent MOT outcome The latest test on 2 December 2025 shows the car passed after a brief failure for a nearside rear stop lamp. The failure was corrected and the vehicle was re‑tested at the same mileage, so at the time of sale the lights were working and the MOT was valid. Recurring mechanical pattern Across the last three years the MINI has shown a cluster of issues that re‑appear: Electrical/lighting – both the 2024‑08 and 2025‑12 tests flagged rear or stop lamps not working. This suggests the wiring or bulb sockets may be prone to failure and could need periodic attention. Braking – the 2024‑08 MOT recorded thin front and rear pads, rear brake binding and disc wear on all four wheels. Those items were apparently remedied before the November 2024 pass, but the presence of pad wear at that stage indicates the braking system is a wear item that will need monitoring. Emissions – the 2024‑08 test failed on hydrocarbon and carbon‑monoxide limits, a sign that the exhaust system or engine tuning was out of spec at that time. No emissions defects were recorded in later tests, implying the problem was corrected, but the car may still be sensitive to ageing catalytic components. Suspension – a minor note in 2021 about oil misting from the off‑side rear shock suggests the dampers are approaching the end of their service life; no further comments have been made, but the issue could re‑appear. Trend analysis The MOT record shows a clear improvement after the August 2024 failure: the subsequent November 2024 test was clean, and the December 2025 test passed after a single lamp repair.