2013 MINI 1.6L Petrol · GP02 ACE

The vehicle presents a positive roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test in May 2026 at 26,464 miles where it passed with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, moving from minor brakerelated issues in the previous year to a clean sheet in the latest inspection. This progression suggests that the current owner has addressed the mechanical concerns raised during earlier testing cycles. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a vehicle from 2013, averaging approximately 2,036 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between March 2018 and June 2025, during which the car covered only 811 miles over seven years. While this low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, such long periods of inactivity often lead to degradation of rubber components, fluid breakdown, and oxidation of metal surfaces due to a lack of regular thermal cycling. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as the June 2025 test at 25,895 miles flagged both front and rear brake discs as pitted or scored. Although these were cleared in the subsequent test, low-use vehicles frequently suffer from surface corrosion on the discs if the brakes are not used frequently. You should also check for cracking in suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, as these components age over time regardless of the low mileage driven. The presence of undertrays and covers noted in 2017 is a positive sign for corrosion protection, but the structural integrity should still be verified for any hidden rust common in this era of MINI.