2013 MINI Cooper SD 2.0L Diesel · FV13 ADO

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend with a clean record of passes, though the most recent data is significantly outdated. The last recorded pass occurred on 17 December 2021 at 75,592 miles. Given today's date of 17 July 2026, the car has been without a valid MOT for over four years. This gap creates a significant blind spot regarding the current roadworthiness and mechanical state of the vehicle. The mileage pattern is unusually low for a 2013 model, averaging roughly 5,815 miles per year. Between September 2018 and September 2019, the car covered 6,296 miles, but activity dropped sharply thereafter. From November 2020 to December 2021, the odometer moved only 122 miles. This suggests the vehicle has spent long periods standing, which often leads to secondary issues not captured in a standard test. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of components prone to degradation during prolonged inactivity. Check for perished tyre sidewalls, seized brake calipers, and potential corrosion on the brake discs. The lack of use often causes rubber seals to shrink and suspension bushes to crack. Verify the battery health and check for signs of fluid leaks or perished hoses that may have developed while the engine sat idle. The 2021 failure on 15 December, followed by a pass two days later, is unusual as no specific defects were listed for either entry. This may indicate a clerical error or a minor administrative failure. Regardless, the primary risk here is the four-year absence of professional inspection. A full mechanical overhaul and a fresh MOT are essential to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the vehicle before it returns to the road.