2012 MINI (R57) 2.0L Diesel · N4 FMA

The vehicle currently presents in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 at 135,475 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, following a brief failure in early 2025 that was rectified within a week. The transition from a failure in February 2025 to a clean pass shortly after indicates that the previous owner was willing to address immediate mechanical requirements to keep the car road legal. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per year. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the car covered 23,879 miles, showing a steady driving profile rather than long periods of inactivity. The seven-month gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which generally helps prevent the seizing of brakes or degradation of rubber components often seen in low-mileage cars. Despite the clean result of the last two tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension components common to the R57 platform. At 135,000 miles, the front wish arm bushes, drops, and coil springs are likely nearing the end of their service life. Check specifically for corrosion on the rear subframe and exhaust mounting, as the MOT test only flags structural integrity once it reaches a critical threshold. Given the lack of recorded advisories in recent years, verify the brake discs for signs of thinning or uneven pitting that might not have triggered a failure during the stationary test.