2011 MINI 1.6L Diesel · YG11 XMS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent MOT on 10 December 2025 at 100,962 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. A failure occurred just six days prior on 4 December due to a non-functional rear fog lamp and illegal tread depths on both the nearside and offside front tyres. While the car passed the subsequent re-test, the presence of a tyre below the legal limit suggests the owner ignored basic consumable requirements until an inspection failure. At 100,962 miles over 15 years, the car averages approximately 6,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use between the tests of 94,612 miles in February 2024 and 97,386 miles in December 2024. This steady mileage indicates the vehicle has not been stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber components and seals, though the high cumulative mileage places significant demand on the drivetrain and suspension-related age-related wear. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry and alignment closely. The February 2024 record noted a distorted nearside front inner wheel at 94,612 miles, which often indicates a significant impact or pothole strike. Combined with the edge wear noted on the offside front tyre in December 2025, there is a high probability of worn control arm bushes, ball joints, or incorrect camber settings. A physical check for uneven tyre wear across the axle is essential to ensure the previously distorted wheel has not caused premature damage to other steering components.