2010 MINI 1.6L Petrol · WN10 ODP

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 12 March 2026, indicating a stable roadworthiness status. While the car has passed its annual inspections consistently, the recurring advisories regarding tyre condition suggest a pattern of deferred maintenance. The persistent mention of cracking and perishing rubber on the nearside rear tyre across both the 2025 and 2026 tests implies that the owner has prioritised passing the minimum test requirements over proactive replacement of aged components. The recorded mileage of 110,072 over sixteen years averages out to approximately 6,880 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. A notable acceleration in mileage occurred between February 2023 and March 2024, where the vehicle covered nearly 15,000 miles in a single year, compared to the more modest 2,500 to 5,000 miles recorded in surrounding periods. This spike suggests a shift in usage patterns, potentially involving more frequent motorway or longer-distance travel during that specific interval. Prospective buyers should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and tyre sidewalls. The 2023 record highlighted binding front brakes and worn discs, which indicates that the mechanical components are subject to the expected wear of a high-mileage MINI. Although the most recent test did not flag the brakes, the history of disc and pad wear necessitates a check of the current friction material thickness and rotor surface integrity. Ensure the tyres are inspected for structural integrity beyond the tread depth, as the repeated advisories for perishing rubber suggest the vehicle may have spent significant time parked in conditions that accelerate material degradation.