2007 MINI 1.6L Petrol · EK07 CFL

The vehicle presents a marginal roadworthiness status, with the maintenance history showing a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in December 2022 at 94,179 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior for multiple lighting issues and a serious mechanical defect. The presence of an insecure offside rear brake caliper is a significant safety concern that suggests critical brake-related components are only addressed when they directly result in an MOT failure. At 94,179 miles, this 2007 MINI has covered a low average of approximately 5,000 miles per year. The data reveals a significant gap in testing between January 2021 and January 2022, during which the vehicle covered only 1,418 miles. This low-annual usage combined with the vehicle's age suggests the car may have sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized calipers, and internal corrosion as evidenced by the fractured coil spring noted in early 2022. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's underbody and braking system. The 2022 failure for a fractured offside rear coil spring indicates a need to inspect all remaining suspension springs and bushes for stress cracks or perished-related wear. The recorded oil leak at 90,882 miles requires a close look at the engine seal and sump area to determine if the leak has worsened. Given the history of an insecure caliper, the buyer should check for excessive play in the caliper bolts or mounting discs to ensure the braking assembly is now properly secured and safe for road.