2013 MINI Cooper 1.6L Petrol · WM13 NLD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend in mechanical oversight. While it passed its latest test on 20 January 2026 at 96,630 miles, it failed an inspection just five days prior. This failure revealed multiple critical safety-related issues including a structural failure of the nearside front tyre, a defective stop lamp, and a worn ball joint. The presence of a brake fluid warning lamp suggests a potential leak or severe fluid drop that was addressed immediately before the successful retest. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. Between February 2024 at 80,237 miles and January 2026 at 96,630 miles, the car covered over 16,000 miles, showing steady usage. However, the jump of nearly 9,000 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests indicates a recent increase in activity which has likely accelerated the wear on rubber and metal components identified in the most recent records. A buyer must inspect the front suspension and alignment geometry, as the record shows both a worn offside front arm ball joint and significant inner-edge wear on the rear tyres. This combination often indicates a tracking issue or worn bushes that will continue to consume new tyres rapidly. The binding offside rear brake noted in 2025 also warrants a physical check to ensure the caliper piston is not seized or corroded. Given the recent brake fluid warning light in January 2026, a thorough inspection of the hydraulic lines and master cylinder is necessary to confirm no persistent leaks remain.