2013 MINI 1.6L Diesel · PO63 UEX

The vehicle currently holds a passing rating with a clean MOT record, but the maintenance trend is clearly deteriorating. The most recent test in August 2025 at 122,159 miles was passed, whereas the September 2023 test at 114,761 miles failed on nearside front tyre wear, indicating a significant gap in upkeep since the previous inspection. This sequence suggests that basic maintenance was likely skipped between 2023 and 2025, with the vehicle accumulating wear on critical components without proper rotation or rotation of the wheels. The mileage pattern reveals a rapid accumulation of wear that outpaces typical usage for a 13-year-old MINI. The vehicle has experienced two separate MOT failures in June 2022, one in August 2025, and two in September 2023, demonstrating a pattern of increasing mechanical stress. Since the vehicle is approximately 13 years old, the mileage of 122,159 miles is roughly 9,397 miles per year, which aligns with the age but indicates that the vehicle is likely in a state of accelerated wear, especially given the two separate MOT failures in the spring of 2022. A buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to identify specific structural risks and recurring faults, particularly focusing on the suspension and brakes. The MOTs show excessive wear on Macpherson strut top bushes and bearings in the front, which are known failure points for suspension integrity. The failure in August 2025 at 122,159 miles on the same front axle confirms that these bushings or bearings are prone to excessive free play and potential detachment. Furthermore, the September 2023 test failure indicates that the front tyres have worn close to the legal limit, suggesting that the vehicle has not been rotated since that test. Given the history of two separate MOT failures in June 2022, the likelihood of structural damage to the chassis or the suspension system is high, warranting a thorough physical inspection and potential replacement of these critical components.