2012 MINI 1.6L Petrol · BV12 HRG

The most recent MOT test on 2025-07-03 resulted in a pass, but noted a slightly damaged or perishing nearside front tyre—a minor advisory that’s worth monitoring. Prior to that, the car failed its MOT just days earlier on 2025-06-30 due to multiple issues: both windscreen wipers ineffective, a faulty reversing lamp, excessive exhaust CO emissions, and the same front tyre concern. All were likely addressed before the successful retest. Looking further back, the vehicle passed cleanly in June 2024 and July 2023. However, an earlier failure on the same day as the 2023 pass revealed a non-working nearside stop lamp and a serious offside rear tyre cut deep enough to expose internal cords—both safety-critical faults. There’s a recurring pattern of lighting and tyre issues, along with one instance of emission problems. While the 2025 failures were corrected quickly, the repeat appearance of worn tyres and electrical faults suggests either inconsistent maintenance or underlying wear. At 14 years old with only 78,571 miles (about 5,600 miles per year), this Mini has seen light use. Low annual mileage can mean less mechanical wear but may also indicate long idle periods, which can degrade rubber components (like tyres and hoses), battery health, and fluid condition. The tyre perishing noted in 2025 supports this possibility.