2010 MINI (R60) 1.6L Diesel · SP03 JFP

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 18 October 2025 at 119,166 miles, the tester flagging a non‑functioning front position lamp, insufficient washer fluid and tyre wear at the legal limit. After a decade of clean passes, the latest results indicate a worsening trend, with multiple safety‑critical items now emerging. Mileage has risen from 21,073 miles in September 2013 to 119,166 miles in October 2025, averaging roughly 7,800 miles per year. The progression is steady, with no large gaps between tests, suggesting regular annual MOT compliance. No abrupt spikes in mileage appear, implying the car has not been subjected to periods of intensive use that would accelerate wear beyond normal expectations for its age. A prospective buyer should concentrate on the front tyre condition; both nearside and offside tyres are reported as worn close to the legal limit and the rear tyre shows cracking, indicating imminent replacement. The inner front brake pads are recorded as thin, and earlier years noted disc wear, so a full brake inspection is advisable. The failed washer‑fluid pump and position lamp point to a possible electrical or fluid‑delivery fault that should be verified. Although a seat‑belt retracting mechanism defect was recorded in 2015, it did not reappear, yet a functional check is prudent. Finally, given the vehicle’s age, a visual survey for corrosion on the chassis, suspension bushes, and exhaust system will confirm that no hidden structural deterioration has developed.