2010 MINI 1.6L Petrol · BD60 PTO

The vehicle holds a valid certificate following a clean pass on 28 July 2025 at 91,613 miles, with zero defects recorded. This positive outcome follows a period of necessary remediation in July 2024, where the car failed its test due to excessively worn front suspension wishbone bushes and front tyres approaching the legal limit. The owner addressed these mechanical faults promptly, securing a pass nine days later. Post-repair, the maintenance trend appears stable, with no recurring advisories or structural issues noted in the latest record. Usage remains exceptionally low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging just over 5,700 miles annually. Between the October 2022 test at 80,718 miles and the July 2025 check at 91,613 miles, the car covered only 10,895 miles across three years. Such limited mileage suggests light usage or periods of inactivity, which can sometimes lead to perishing of rubber components or fluid degradation despite the low odometer reading. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension geometry and lower wishbone bushes, as both sides required replacement in 2024 due to excessive wear. Brake maintenance also warrants close attention; the tester flagged rear brake pads wearing thin in October 2022 and again during both the July 2024 failure and subsequent pass. This pattern indicates the rear brakes were likely serviced to a minimum standard or suffer from rapid wear. Verify the engine management system is clear, as a warning light appeared on the dashboard in late 2022.