2011 MINI (R60) 1.6L Diesel · YH61 BYX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension and drivetrain components. In the most recent test on October 2025 at 64,934 miles, the car initially failed due to an ineffective windscreen wiper and multiple mechanical defects. While it passed upon re-test, the presence of a severely deteriorated offside rear drive shaft CV boot and corroded rear subframe suggests that the owner is only addressing faults when they fail rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 64,934 miles over 15 years, this MINI shows a low mileage profile averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the records, with only 3,873 miles covered between September 2023 and October 2024, and another 3,573 miles in the year following that. However, low mileage on vehicles of this age often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to time, which is evidenced by the recurring issues found in the suspension bushes and CV boots. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear subframe, as the tester flagged corrosion in October 2025. While not yet structurally weakened, corrosion on these R60 chassis can accelerate if left untreated. The rear anti-roll bar pins and bushes have appeared as an advisory in every single test since 2022, indicating a persistent wear pattern that has not been rectified. You should also verify the offside rear drive shaft has been replaced or inspected for leaks, as the previous boot failure was a critical point that could lead to joint failure if the grease escapes.