2021 MINI ONE 1.5L Petrol · GF21 EHT

The vehicle presents a generally stable roadworthiness record, though a clear worsening trend exists regarding the nearside front tyre. The most recent test on 10 April 2026 at 19,620 miles resulted in a pass with zero defects recorded. This pass directly followed a failure earlier that same day for a severe cut on the nearside front tyre reaching the ply or cords. The immediate rectification of this dangerous defect confirms the tyre was replaced prior to the successful retest, restoring the car to a legal baseline. Mileage accumulation remains consistently low and uniform across the vehicle's five-year lifespan. Covering just 19,620 miles equates to roughly 3,924 miles annually, indicating light urban use or sporadic short journeys rather than heavy commuter mileage. The progression between tests supports this pattern; the car covered 3,088 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, and 3,404 miles between April 2025 and April 2026. The record contains no unexplained gaps or sudden mileage spikes, confirming a steady, low-use trajectory. The recurring focus on the nearside front tyre demands close in-person scrutiny. In April 2025 at 16,216 miles, the tester flagged cracking and perishing on the outer edge of that exact tyre as an advisory. By April 2026, the same position suffered a major structural cut reaching the ply. While the owner replaced the tyre to secure the pass, this progression from perishing to a deep cut implies the vehicle may have encountered kerb impacts or that the previous advisory was ignored until the tyre suffered catastrophic failure. A buyer must physically verify the condition of the current nearside front tyre and inspect all other tyres for similar edge wear or impact damage. Given the low annual mileage, check the brake discs for surface corrosion caused by prolonged standing, and assess the suspension bushes for deterioration consistent with intermittent use.