2012 MINI Cooper D 1.6L Diesel · FV62 ENX

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 13 February 2025 at 67,399 miles, confirming continued roadworthiness despite several recorded advisories. The tester flagged near‑side registration lamp inoperative, a stone chip on the upper windscreen, corrosion of both rear coil springs, worn rear suspension arm pins or bushes, and binding of the near‑side rear service brake, though the binding was not excessive. No new defects appeared compared with the 2024 test at 67,193 miles, indicating a stable maintenance record rather than a worsening trend. Mileage has risen only modestly over the past three years, from 66,742 miles in January 2022 to 67,399 miles in February 2025, an increase of just 657 miles or about 219 miles per year, which aligns with the low average annual mileage of roughly 4,800 miles for a 14‑year‑old MINI. The earlier records show a steady climb from 27,356 miles in 2015 to 60,165 miles in 2021, after which the rate of accumulation slowed, suggesting the car has been used lightly or stood for extended periods between 2021 and 2025. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the rear coil springs for active rust, verify that the rear suspension arm pins and bushes show no excessive play, and test the rear brake calipers for binding or uneven pad wear. Examination of the front suspension components, tyre tread depth, windscreen integrity, and the operation of both wiper blades is also advisable, as is checking the condition of the brake discs and pads, given the recurring advisories on rear brake binding and suspension wear.