2010 MINI 1.6L Petrol · V17 SAS

Severe emissions non-compliance and active electrical warnings highlight the most recent MOT test on August 11, 2025, where the car failed due to high carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and Lambda reading anomalies alongside an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp and a supplementary restraint system fault. This severe failure breaks a multi-year chain of passes that contained persistent and unaddressed mechanical wear, showing that the vehicle's roadworthiness has deteriorated sharply over time rather than remaining stable. The odometer reading of 109,295 miles accumulated over roughly sixteen years represents an average of approximately 6,831 miles per year, reflecting a standard operational tempo for a vehicle of this age without extended periods of inactivity or unusually high-mileage strain. This moderate usage pace means the current mechanical faults and component wear stem from standard operational fatigue and deferred maintenance rather than extreme mileage accumulation or long-term storage lay-ups. When inspecting this MINI, immediate attention must be paid to the braking system and front suspension following recurring advisories for thin front brake pads, scored brake discs, and slight play in the nearside front drag link end ball joint noted across the 2022, 2023, and 2024 tests. On a test drive, listen closely for knocks or clunks from the front suspension when steering or driving over uneven road surfaces, and feel for any steering pull or vibration through the wheel that would confirm worn drag link joints or warped brake components. The significant emissions and dashboard warning lamp failures from the 2025 test require a thorough diagnostic scan before purchase to identify underlying engine management or catalytic converter faults. Verify that the SRS airbag warning light extinguishes correctly after ignition and check that the illuminated brake fluid warning lamp noted in the 2024 record has been fully resolved, as these electrical and emission faults represent substantial repair liabilities that must be factored into any purchasing decision.