2010 MINI 1.6L Petrol · PE60 AOP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs and recurring mechanical wear. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 103,928 miles passed, it carried forward advisories for leaking shock absorbers and worn anti-roll bar components. The transition from a clean record in early 2024 to multiple failures in early 2025 suggests a period where faults were only addressed after failing an inspection, rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. At 103,928 miles over 16 years, the car averages approximately 6,500 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage urban use. However, the data shows a significant cluster of activity between February 2024 and April 2025, where the vehicle covered roughly 6,600 miles but underwent two failed tests. This period coincided with a series of failures related to emissions, steering, and tyre condition, indicating that despite the low annual mileage, the components are reaching the end of their service due to age rather than mileage. A buyer must closely inspect the steering and suspension systems, as the record consistently flags play in the steering rack inner joints and leaking from the front shock absorbers. The emissions failures in February 2025 regarding carbon monoxide and lambda levels suggest potential engine management issues or sensor faults that may not have been fully rectified. Additionally, the recurring oil leak noted across multiple years requires a physical inspection of the undercarriage to ensure it is not escalating beyond the minor seepage described by the tester.