2011 MINI 1.6L Petrol · B22 XBY

Tyre wear dominates the MOT record, with near‑side front, off‑side front and off‑side rear tyres each flagged as “worn close to the legal limit” on several occasions and a near‑side front outer tyre noted as cut but not yet reaching the ply. The most recent pass on 17 October 2025 also added a minor note that the off‑side front outer drive‑shaft CV boot is severely deteriorated, while the only failure in the five‑year history was a near‑side front position lamp that was not working in February 2020. Apart from these recurring advisories, the tests have otherwise been clean, indicating no major safety‑critical defects have been recorded since 2020. At 68 241 mi for a 2011 model the average annual mileage works out at roughly 4 550 mi, well below the typical UK average for a vehicle of this age. The relatively low utilisation suggests that wear on major power‑train components may be less advanced than mileage alone would imply, but the pattern of tyre advisories across multiple wheels could reflect either uneven tyre rotation or periods of limited use that allowed tread wear to approach limits without regular replacement. The MOT history shows a consistent yearly testing cadence with no significant gaps, reinforcing that the vehicle has been regularly inspected despite its modest mileage. Prospective buyers should treat the tyre situation as an immediate priority: inspect the tread depth and sidewall condition of all four tyres, listen for any thumping or vibration that could indicate internal damage, and be prepared to replace any tyre that is within a few millimetres of the legal minimum or shows the noted cut on the near‑side front outer. The deteriorated CV boot on the off‑side front drive shaft warrants a visual check for grease leakage around the joint and a road‑test for any clicking or whirring noises when accelerating or cornering, which would signal impending joint failure. Verify that the near‑side front position lamp now operates correctly and that the lens is clear, as the earlier failure suggests the lamp assembly may have been serviced or replaced. Although no other faults have been recorded, a thorough test‑drive should still include checks for any steering pull, uneven braking feel, or suspension noises that could be linked to worn bushings or ageing coil springs—components not flagged in the MOT but commonly affected in cars of this vintage. Confirm that all lights function, that the brake pedal feels firm without pulsation, and that there is no excessive play in the steering column. Addressing the tyre set and the CV boot before committing will remove the most evident road‑worthiness concerns highlighted by the MOT history.