2012 MINI Cooper D Convertible. 1.6L Diesel · AP62 RZK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 75,439 miles, but the record reveals a pattern of deferred brake maintenance. The tester flagged the thinning rear brake pads and corroded front brake disc dust covers during this inspection. This follows a failure in November 2022 at 63,506 miles where the offside rear hydraulic brake caliper was found leaking from the bleed nipple. The progression from a significant leak to thinning pads over 12,000 miles suggests that while the vehicle remains legally roadworthy, the owner only addresses braking components as they approach failure. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,439 miles represents an average of approximately 5,388 miles per year. This low annual usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and surface corrosion rather than mechanical wear. The MOT history from 2023 and 2024 highlights this, with rear tyres consistently flagged for being near the legal limit or showing uneven wear. This specific tread pattern often indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes, which are common on vehicles that sit stationary for long periods. The clean record from November 2022 at 63,510 miles indicates a period of stable structural integrity, yet the recurring advisories regarding tyres and brakes suggest a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach. A buyer should inspect the rear brake caliper for further weeping and check the condition of the suspension geometry given the uneven tyre wear. Given the age of the car and the low mileage, particular attention should be paid to the state of rubber seals and the underside of the exhaust system, which are not fully covered by the standard MOT test.