2011 MINI 1.6L Petrol · AF11 TNL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improvement following previous failures. The most recent MOT test on 22 June 2024 at 82,774 miles passed with no defects, indicating that the previous owner successfully addressed any outstanding issues. This clean result marks a positive shift from the 2022 and 2023 periods where the car failed inspections immediately upon scheduled testing. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a 6,134-mile gap between July 2022 and June 2023, and another 5,051 miles between June 2023 and June 2024. While low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based parts or corrosion on brake components due to infrequent use. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the components that likely caused the failures in 2022 and 2023, although the record does not specify the exact reasons for those failures. Given the age of the MINI, focus should be placed on the suspension bushes, coil springs, and structural integrity regarding underbody corrosion. Inspect the brake discs and calipers for pitting or seizing, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from seized brakes if they sit for extended periods. Checking the tyres for age-related sidewall cracking is essential, as rubber hardens over regardless of tread depth.