2008 MINI Clubman 1.6L Petrol · ST08 ECJ

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy, as the most recent MOT test on 2022-12-19 at 111,013 miles ended in failure, with multiple critical defects including excessive exhaust emissions, corroded brake hoses, a faulty tyre warning system, and a severely rusted rear sub-frame. The recurring exhaust and corrosion issues—repeated across several tests since 2020—indicate a worsening condition rather than an improving or stable one, suggesting long-term neglect of emissions control and underbody protection. The recorded mileage of 111,013 over approximately 18 years averages around 6,167 miles annually, which aligns broadly with typical usage, but the test history shows a sharp jump from 97,992 miles in December 2020 to 99,855 miles in December 2021, followed by no further tests until the final failure in December 2022. This 12-month gap without a test, coupled with a further 1,158 miles added before the failed test, implies the car may have been driven without current certification, and the lack of recent maintenance likely contributed to the deterioration in emissions and structural integrity. A buyer should pay close attention to the exhaust system, particularly the catalytic converter and related sensors, given repeated failures on carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon readings; the rear sub-frame’s advanced rust, which has progressed from being merely corroded in 2020 to “very rusty” in 2022, warrants a thorough underbody inspection for structural weakness; and the corroded brake hoses and worn brake discs suggest the braking system has not been adequately maintained, with potential for binding calipers or fluid leaks. Additionally, the persistent front and rear sub-frame corrosion, door mechanism failure, and windscreen damage indicate broader bodywork and mechanical neglect that may require significant investment to rectify before the car is safe or legal to use.