2013 MINI John Cooper Works 1.6L Petrol · SP63 HBZ

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently rated as good , but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in the most recent test on the 16th of September 2025, which was recorded at 76,592 miles. This recent failure to pass the test highlights a significant accumulation of wear that has not been addressed in the previous years, suggesting the owner has not maintained the car properly. The first MOT failure occurred in the September 2024 test at 74,887 miles, where the front sub-frame was corroded but not seriously weakened, and the front brake pads were thin. This indicates that the owner has been neglecting basic upkeep, likely by driving the car without regular inspections or changing fluids. The mileage pattern shows a distinct gap between the most recent test and the earlier MOTs, with a noticeable acceleration in wear rate. The vehicle has accumulated approximately 5,892 miles per year, which is lower than the typical 7,000–8,000 miles for a 2013 model, suggesting either lighter usage or long standing. However, the rapid increase in mileage since the 2024 test implies that the owner has been driving the car for several years without any maintenance interventions, such as checking oil changes or inspecting the suspension, which are critical for this type of vehicle. Consequently, a buyer should inspect the car in person for structural integrity and mechanical wear, specifically focusing on the front suspension and brakes. The history suggests that the owner has been neglecting these components, as evidenced by the corroded sub-frame and thin brake pads. The 2025 test at 76,592 miles will reveal if the wear is progressing further, which would indicate a serious structural risk requiring immediate attention. The owner must also verify that the exhaust emissions are within the current limits, as the 2021 test flagged an offside registration plate lamp as inoperative, a detail that may have been overlooked in the 2024 test.