2010 MINI 1.6L Diesel · AP59 AVY

The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate issued on 5 February 2026 at 116,137 miles, valid until early 2027. The overall maintenance trend is stable but chronically flagged for corrosion. The most recent test passed with an advisory for corroded suspension components, a defect that has appeared in every single record since at least February 2022. This indicates a persistent, long-standing moisture or underseal issue rather than a sudden structural failure. The car is roadworthy today, but the corrosion advisory has remained unresolved for over four years. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a 2010 vehicle. The recorded intervals show a steady climb from 87,276 miles in February 2022 to 116,137 miles in February 2026, averaging roughly 7,259 miles per year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer readings between annual tests. The vehicle has been used regularly, which is generally positive for preventing long-term standing corrosion, yet the suspension corrosion advisories suggest the underbody protection has still deteriorated despite active use. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension arms, sub-frame, and related mounting points. The records show repeated advisories for corroded suspension arms and a corroded front sub-frame dating back to the February 2022 test at 87,276 miles. While testers have consistently noted the corrosion is not seriously weakened, the lack of remedial work over four years means the condition could have progressed. Check for flaking metal, crusty welds, and any fresh underseal attempts that might hide advanced section loss. The February 2022 test also flagged worn and pitted front brake discs, a consumable issue that may have been replaced since, but it is worth verifying current disc thickness and condition. Tyre wear was flagged in the same 2022 test, but no subsequent advisories suggest the owner addressed alignment or replacement. Inspect the inner edges of the front tyres for uneven wear. The offside wiper blade was defective in the February 2024 test, a minor item, but confirm the current blade condition and washer operation to avoid a simple failure at the next test.