2014 MINI Paceman 1.6L Diesel · C3 RCB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs regarding consumables. In the most recent test in August 2025 at 81,003 miles, the car passed with advisories for a worn offside front tyre and a damaged windscreen. This follows a failure in September 2024 where the vehicle was rejected for misaligned headlamps and multiple front tyre defects. While the vehicle has passed its tests, the recurring tyre-related faults suggest that the owner only addresses wear items when they approach the failure threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,750 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 60,652 miles and the 2024 test at 72,336 miles, the car covered 11,684 miles over two years, indicating steady and low-intensity usage. The lack of any recorded defects in the 2022 and 2023 tests suggests that the vehicle remained in good mechanical condition during those periods, though the recent entries highlight a need for more proactive preventative maintenance. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry and alignment in person. The repeated reports of tyres worn on the inner edges and shoulders across 2024 and 2025 often indicate worn suspension bushes, ball joints, or incorrect camber settings. Additionally, the damaged windscreen noted in the 2025 record should be checked for cracks that could compromise structural integrity under thermal stress. Since no structural corrosion or brake issues were flagged in the history, the focus should remain on the front-end wear components and the condition of the glass assembly.