2014 MINI Cooper S 2.0L Petrol · T123 RPH

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile following a period of mechanical correction in early 2024. While the March 2024 test resulted in a failure due to a major exhaust gas leak and excessive lambda readings, the subsequent passes in November 2024 and November 2025 show that these emissions-related issues were successfully addressed. The most recent test on 20 November 2025 recorded no defects, suggesting the powertrain and exhaust system are currently performing within legal parameters. The recorded mileage of 104,345 miles is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. This level of usage is typical for a petrol-driven hatchback and suggests the car has not been subject to extreme high-speed motorway transit or excessive short-trip urban idling. The MOT continuity is strong, with tests occurring at regular intervals, which indicates the previous owner maintained a consistent approach to annual compliance. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the braking system and tyre condition. The March 2024 advisory noted pitted and scored rear brake discs. Although the November 2025 test passed without mention of this, the tester should verify that the rear discs and pads have been replaced or adequately serviced to prevent binding or reduced stopping efficiency. The previous advisory regarding front tyre wear on the edges also warrants a check of the suspension geometry, specifically the alignment and condition of the front wishbones and bushes, to ensure uneven wear does not return. The successful resolution of the exhaust leak and lambda failure indicates that the engine management and exhaust hardware have undergone recent repair. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the turbocharger and cooling system remains advisable, though the MOT history does not currently flag any escalating trends in structural corrosion or significant mechanical degradation.