2014 MINI Paceman 1.6L Diesel · CA14 VXC

The official MOT history for this 2014 Mini Paceman shows a mixed roadworthiness trend with recurring preparatory failures and consumable neglect, culminating in a pass on 24 January 2024 at an unspecified mileage. The most recent test required rectification for an incorrectly fitted headlamp bulb and an empty windscreen washer bottle before passing, alongside advisories noting a low coolant level and an active tyre pressure monitoring system warning light. Earlier tests also reveal initial failures, such as an inoperative offside front dipped beam in January 2022, which points to a pattern of basic pre-test oversight rather than systematic mechanical preservation. The vehicle has accumulated 76,907 miles over its twelve-year lifespan, averaging roughly 6,400 miles per year, which sits comfortably within typical UK driving parameters. The test sequence records a notable operational gap between November 2018 and January 2020, followed by consistent annual testing every January from 2020 through 2024. This regular cadence confirms the car remained in active service, though the sparse detail in cleaner years contrasts sharply with the administrative and lighting faults logged during other visits. Prospective buyers must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically targeting the front suspension arm rear bushes that received wear advisories during the January 2021 test at 5.2.3 (d) and (e) intervals. The cooling system demands immediate scrutiny to verify the root cause of the low coolant level noted in January 2024, ensuring no head gasket or radiator degradation exists. Finally, check the tyre health across all corners, paying close attention to the perishing and shoulder wear patterns previously flagged on the offside and nearside front tyres.