2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LX08 LCP

The most recent MOT on 2026-04-14 showed the vehicle passed, but it carried several notable defects. The nearside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit, and both front suspension arm pins or bushes were worn but not causing excessive movement. Front and rear brake discs were worn, pitted, or scored but not seriously weakened. These issues suggest ongoing wear in critical areas like tyres, suspension, and braking systems. A prior MOT on 2026-04-07 resulted in a failure with multiple severe issues. Excessive oil leakage from the engine was recorded, along with incorrect side repeater colours, corroded suspension components, and significant exhaust emissions violations. Blue smoke during acceleration and corrosion around rear trailing arm mounts indicated potential engine or exhaust system degradation. This failure highlights a pattern of recurring mechanical and emissions-related problems. Earlier MOTs from 2025 and 2024 also showed persistent issues. Oil leaks, lighting failures, and suspension component wear were repeated across tests, while corrosion on rear suspension parts and exhaust emissions anomalies appeared consistently.