2013 MINI Cooper D 1.6L Diesel · AL04 POP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a minor shift towards developing wear-related defects. The most recent test in June 2025 at 59,747 miles identified a defective offside windscreen wiper blade and a nearside rear service brake binding. While the car passed the test, the appearance of a binding caliper suggests that the braking system is beginning to show signs of age or inactivity, likely exacerbated by the vehicle's low-usage profile. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 59,747 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. The data shows a consistent pattern of use between January 2023 and June 2025, where the vehicle covered roughly 14,300 miles over two years. This low mileage often reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it frequently leads to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion on exposed metal surfaces like discs, which aligns with the binding issue noted in the 2025 record. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking assembly to determine if the binding nearside caliper requires replacement due to seized pistons or surface corrosion. The 2024 test also flagged front tyres worn to the legal limit with uneven edge wear, indicating potential alignment issues or neglected maintenance in the past. Inspect the suspension bushes for age-related rot and check the underbody for structural corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles that sit for long periods are prone to surface rust despite low mileage.