2016 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · DP16 AEK

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. Although the most recent test on 5 November 2025 at 113,343 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, the recorded failure exactly one day prior at the same mileage suggests a minor administrative error or a very superficial non-conformity that was rectified immediately before the re-test. Since the 17 November 2022 test, the car has maintained a consistent pass record without any flagged mechanical failures or structural advisories. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,300 miles per annum. Between November 2022 at 79,665 miles and October 2023 at 90,258 miles, the car covered over 10,000 miles, followed by typical usage. The subsequent jump of 14,374 miles between the November 2023 and November 2024 tests maintains this rate of accumulation. This steady use suggests the vehicle has not sat idle for long periods, which means drivetrain components have been subjected to regular thermal cycles rather than moisture-related seizing. Because the MOT history shows no recurring advisories for suspension bushes or brake corrosion, a physical inspection should focus on common wear items inherent to high-mileage MINI models. A buyer should specifically check the condition of the front lower control arm bushings for cracking, as these often degrade after 100,000 miles. Additionally, inspecting the brake discs for thinning or uneven wear is necessary, as the record does not account for past binding calipers or glazing. The lack of structural rust advisories indicates the previous owners likely kept the vehicle free from excessive salt damage.