2010 MINI First 1.6L Petrol · FM10 CNN

The 2010 MINI First presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass at 142,714 miles on 26 April 2025. The absence of any recorded defects in the most recent test indicates the vehicle currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards across all critical systems, including brakes, steering, and structural integrity. This clean bill of health suggests the previous owner addressed any outstanding issues promptly, maintaining the car to a consistent standard in its later years. Annual mileage accumulation sits at a typical 8,920 miles per year, reflecting steady, regular use rather than long periods of dormancy. Between the 2024 test at 131,388 miles and the 2025 test at 142,714 miles, the car covered 11,326 miles, a slight uptick in usage compared to the previous year's 10,240 miles. An anomaly exists in the record for 4 May 2022, where the vehicle failed at 112,646 miles yet lists no recorded defects. This likely indicates an aborted test or a procedural failure rather than a mechanical fault, as it passed on the same day at the identical mileage with zero defects. Despite the clean MOT record, a 16-year-old MINI with over 142,000 miles demands a rigorous physical inspection of known weak points. Buyers must examine the subframes, suspension mounts, and sills for corrosion, as structural rust often goes unflagged in standard MOTs unless severely advanced. The condition of the coil springs, suspension bushes, and brake calipers requires close scrutiny; high-mileage MINIs frequently suffer from binding calipers and worn bushes that might not yet constitute a test failure but compromise ride quality. Inspecting the exhaust system for leaks and checking the tyre condition will confirm whether this typical mileage has been matched with diligent consumable upkeep.