2012 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LC12 LBE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing tests. Although the test conducted on 18 December 2025 at 91,829 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, the immediate re-test pass the following day suggests an administrative error or a negligible minor rectification. The subsequent clean passes in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 indicate that the vehicle has maintained its safety and environmental standards over several years without. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,559 miles per annum. Between the December 2022 test at 83,852 miles and the December 2025 test at 91,829 miles, the car covered 7,977 miles, representing a steady annual output. This low usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to the heavy-duty stress on drivetrain components and suspension typically associated with high-mileage long-distance commuting. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the MOT history, a buyer should focus on common mechanical failure points for this model that do not always trigger an MOT failure. Inspect the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and control arms for cracking, as these often perish with age regardless of mileage. Check the brake lines for signs of corrosion or leaks and inspect the underside for early-stage structural rust, as the record does not detail the state of these specific components.