2012 MINI ONE 1.6L Petrol · ML62 DXH

The vehicle presents a positive roadworthiness profile with a stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted in January 2023 at 78,814 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating the car was in good mechanical condition at that time. This follows an improvement from the January 2022 test where a minor failure involved an inoperative nearside registration plate lamp, suggesting the owner addresses issues promptly. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 78,814 miles reflects a low annual usage rate of approximately 5,600 miles. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a gap of 6,175 miles recorded between January 2021 and January 2022, and another 5,901 miles between January 2022 and January 2023. This low mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy stress, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension compared to high-mileage examples. However, low-mileage vehicles of this age can sometimes suffer from the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas where faults previously appeared. The August 2019 test flagged an offside front tyre worn to the limit and on the edge, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. Check the current tyre geometry and inspect the front suspension components for signs of uneven wear. Since the last MOT was performed over three years ago, it is critical to verify that the vehicle has a current valid certificate and to check for new corrosion on the chassis or brake lines, as rust can accelerate during periods of relative inactivity or low use.