2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · FN58 ERK

The 2008 MINI presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 7 April 2025 at 83,706 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, following an anomalous failure on the same date and mileage that listed no defects, indicating an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Prior tests in April 2024 at 80,995 miles, April 2023 at 77,928 miles, and April 2022 at 74,785 miles all passed cleanly with no advisories raised. The recorded mileage of 83,706 over approximately 18 years equates to low annual use of around 4,650 miles. The records show steady annual accumulation of roughly 2,700 to 3,700 miles between tests, with no gaps or sudden jumps. The clean test history across five consecutive years suggests the previous keeper maintained basic statutory compliance, though the absence of advisories means worn suspension bushes, corroding subframes, or tired brake discs were either absent or not flagged by testers. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of the front suspension struts and rear trailing arm bushes, as these are common failure points on this chassis age and may escape MOT detection until worn severely. The twin-test entry on 7 April 2025 warrants a check of the V5C and DVSA portal to confirm the failure was a paperwork issue and not a concealed defect. Given the low mileage and clean record, structural rust on sills and floorpan remains the principal risk on an 18-year-old hatchback. Verify underbody condition before purchase.