2009 MINI 1.6L Petrol · D5 APC

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-09-23 at 103,940 miles recorded a PASS with no defects, but an earlier entry on the same date shows a FAIL with no defects listed. This inconsistency suggests potential data entry errors or duplicate testing. Previous tests from 2022 to 2024 show consistent PASS results with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend over the last four years. No structural, brake, or suspension issues were flagged in the recorded history, implying the car has met legal standards without critical failures. The mileage progression aligns with average annual usage for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging 6,114 miles per year. A notable increase in mileage occurred between 2024-09-24 (98,176 miles) and 2025-09-23 (103,940 miles), a 5,764-mile jump over 12 months. This could reflect heavier use or infrequent servicing, though no related defects were recorded. The absence of recurring issues in the MOT history suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a basic standard, though the lack of detailed fault reports limits insight into minor wear. Buyers should inspect the suspension system for worn bushes or coil springs, common in older MINIs, and check brake components for uneven wear or corrosion. The exhaust system and underbody should be examined for rust, as these areas are prone to degradation. Despite the clean MOT record, the 2025 test anomalies warrant verification of the vehicle’s compliance history. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on these high-mileage components to confirm they remain within safe tolerances.