2010 MINI (R57) 1.6L Diesel · LB60 FZW

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 8 May 2026 at 118,739 miles, but the test flagged four advisories: worn front suspension bushes on both sides, a slightly damaged rear tyre, and a pitted rear brake disc. These are not failures but indicate progressive wear that has persisted since the previous test. The upper stop lamp issue also reappeared from the 2025 test, suggesting neglect of minor electrical faults. The maintenance trend is neither improving nor stabilising — it is gradually worsening, with recurring suspension and brake concerns now present across three consecutive tests. Mileage accumulation is consistent with average use for a 16-year-old car, averaging 7,400 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car gained 6,647 miles in 12 months, which is normal. However, there was a 12-week gap between the failed test on 15 January 2024 and the subsequent pass on 18 January 2024 — a rapid repair turnaround that implies the owner addressed multiple critical faults in a single visit. The jump from 108,299 to 112,153 miles between March 2025 and the current test suggests a 3,854-mile run in 14 months, which is unremarkable but confirms the car has been in regular use since its major service in early 2024. A buyer must inspect the front suspension bushes closely — they have been flagged as worn in three of the last four tests and are a known wear item on this model. The rear brake disc’s pitting, now appearing in two consecutive tests, suggests either poor driving habits or infrequent brake use. The tyre damage and persistent stop lamp faults point to deferred maintenance. The 2024 failure on front shock absorber leaks and binding brakes should not be dismissed — even if repaired, the condition of the calipers, brake lines, and front discs must be verified. There is no record of corrosion or structural damage, but the age and mileage warrant a thorough underbody inspection for rust, especially around the wheel arches and suspension mounting points.