2011 MINI 1.6L Diesel · LS08 AMY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last four years. The most recent MOT test on 14 May 2025 at 96,121 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just the previous day at the same mileage. This immediate rectification suggests a minor administrative or easily corrected issue that was addressed instantly before the successful retest. Since 2022, the car has maintained a clean record without any advisories or failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per annum. Between June 2022 at 83,528 miles and May 2025 at 96,121 miles, the car covered 12,593 miles, indicating steady but low-intensity usage. The intervals between tests are regular, with annual increments typically falling between 3,000 and 5,000 miles. This low rate of accumulation suggests the drivetrain and primary mechanical components have been subjected without the extreme stress associated with high-mileage motorway commuting. Despite the clean history, a buyer should perform a physical inspection of the suspension and rubber components due to the age of the vehicle. At this mileage, coil springs and control arm bushes often show signs of cracking or degradation even if they do not trigger a failure. Check the brake discs for signs of pitting or uneven wear, as low annual mileage can sometimes lead to surface corrosion during periods of standing. Inspect the chassis for structural integrity, particularly around the subframes, ensuring no hidden corrosion has developed that the MOT tester might have missed.