2010 MINI 1.6L Petrol · J30 SBC

The vehicle’s most recent MOT entries on 2025‑11‑05 show a failed test at 91,847 miles, despite a concurrent pass that day; the failure cites non‑functional front position lamps, incorrect rear direction indicator colours, an oil leak and a rear tyre worn to the legal limit. The MOT is now ten months expired, rendering the car non‑roadworthy for current use. The maintenance pattern is stable rather than improving, with recurring brake‑disc wear, direction‑indicator discolouration, oil‑system leaks and tyre‑tread issues persisting across multiple annual tests. Mileage accumulation has been modest at roughly 5,740 miles per year since 2015, reaching 91,847 miles by late 2025. The log shows a consistent annual increase, with test intervals of roughly twelve months until 2024, after which two separate entries appear on the same day in November 2025. This clustering suggests a backlog of testing rather than a sudden spike in usage, and the low annual mileage indicates lighter wear on consumables compared with typical five‑year‑old vehicles. A prospective buyer should inspect the rear brake discs for pitting and scoring, verify that the rear brakes do not bind, and check the anti‑roll bar bushing for excessive movement. The oil system must be examined for leaks, particularly around the front oil filter housing, and the rear tyre tread depth should be measured against the legal limit. The windscreen chip, though not affecting visibility, requires assessment for further spread. Electrical faults such as the front position lamps and rear direction indicators should be tested for proper operation and colour fidelity. Finally, a thorough visual check of the suspension mounts and steering components will confirm whether the long‑term wear observed in the MOT history has progressed to a level requiring repair.