2007 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RO57 KTP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent de-identified data. The latest MOT test conducted in February 2023 at 142,035 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the car met the minimum safety standards at that time. While the history shows a pattern of failures immediately preceding successful passes, the lack of recorded advisories in the final test suggests the previous owner was willing to rectify identified faults before the inspection concluded. At 142,035 miles over 19 years, the MINI has averaged approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The data shows a consistent interval of use, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between November 2020 and July 2021, and another 8,000 miles between July 2021 and February 2023. However, there is a significant gap of over three years since the last recorded test in February 2023, meaning the current roadworthiness status is unverified and the mechanical components require an immediate physical verification. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking systems, which are common wear points on this generation of MINI. Given the high mileage of the vehicle, check for perished rubber suspension bushes, worn coil springs, and structural corrosion on the subframes. Because the record does not list specific mechanical failures or brake thinning, a manual check of the discs for uneven wear or caliper binding is essential. Since the vehicle has not been tested in three years, also inspect for signs of fluid degradation or perished hoses that may have occurred during periods of stationary use.