2012 MINI (R58) 1.6L Petrol · AP12 DLU

The vehicle is in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent inspection in December 2025 with 94,119 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a technical failure just ten days prior in November 2025 at 94,117 miles. The fact that the failure recorded no specific defects suggests a clerical error or a minor sensor issue that was rectified immediately before the passing test rather than a systemic mechanical or structural failure. The mileage profile is consistent with low-average usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. There is a three-year gap between the February 2022 test at 90,372 miles and the December 2025 test, during which the car covered only 3,747 miles. This indicates a period of infrequent use or long periods, which can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components, tyre seals, and fluid integrity, despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. Given the clean MOT history without recurring advisories or structural faults, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to wear on the R58 platform. Check the front suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of cracking or perish, as low-mileage cars often sit stationary. Inspect the brake system for binding calipers or pitted discs resulting from the periods of standing noted between tests, and verify the chassis for any corrosion around the subframes to ensure the structural integrity remains as sound as the records suggest.