2010 MINI 1.6L Petrol · MT10 LDY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent neglect of the rear braking system. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 82,468 miles passed, the tester flagged both rear inner brake discs as pitted and scored. This represents a progression from the issues seen in 2024 and 2025, where the discs were noted as worn. The recurring nature of these faults suggests that the owner has been reacting to failures rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 82,468 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,154 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with roughly 5,000 miles driven between the January 2024 and 2025 tests, and over 8,000 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. While low mileage often correlates with less engine wear, it frequently leads to corrosion on stationary parts, which explains the pitting observed on the brake components. A buyer must physically inspect the rear brake assembly, as the record indicates a history of binding calipers and rapid disc degradation. The 2025 failure specifically highlighted a major exhaust leak and binding rear brakes, which were supposedly rectified to pass the test, yet the underlying issue appears to remain. Additionally, the repeated flags for tyres worn on the edges in 2023 and 2024 suggest potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to avoid premature tyre wear.