2010 MINI (R57) 1.6L Petrol · FL10 BGY

The most recent MOT on 2025-07-07 recorded several minor defects, including discolored direction indicators and a distorted inner rim on the nearside front wheel. The offside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit, with edge wear on the inner side. These issues suggest ongoing concerns with tyre condition and wheel alignment, though none were classified as safety-critical. A recurring pattern of tyre wear and wheel-related defects emerges across multiple MOTs. Tyres were noted as worn close to legal limits in 2021, 2024, and 2025, while wheel distortions (5.2.2 (c) (i)) appeared in 2022 and 2025. Discolored direction indicators were recorded in 2022, 2023, and 2025, indicating potential electrical or environmental exposure issues. These defects show no clear improvement and suggest persistent maintenance needs. The vehicle’s mileage of 61,471 miles over 16 years equates to roughly 3,842 miles annually, significantly lower than average for its age. This could imply lighter use or extended periods of inactivity, which might contribute to tyre perishing, fluid degradation, or electrical component issues. However, the MOT history does not explicitly confirm these factors, so the exact cause remains ambiguous.