2016 MINI Clubman 2.0L Diesel · YK16 OTC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed the most September 2025 test at 53,966 miles, it had failed just two miles prior due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and ineffective windscreen wipers. The presence of a broken spring and worn rear brake discs in the failed test suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they reached the point of failing an official inspection. At 53,966 miles over ten years, this Clubman has clocked low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 5,800 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and about 6,000 miles between 2023 and 2024. However, the low mileage correlates with the perishing and cracking of tyre sidewalls noted in 2023, which often occurs when vehicles sit stationary for long periods rather than being in regular use. A buyer must perform a close inspection of the suspension components, as the offside rear coil spring has already shown signs of fatigue. The recurring mention of pitted and scored rear brake discs in 2025 suggests the braking system may suffer from corrosion or infrequent use. Furthermore, the repeated reports of uneven tyre wear across the 2022 and 2025 tests indicate potential alignment issues or incorrect pressures that should be verified by a technician. Given the age of the car, checking the condition of rubber bushes and suspension mounts is essential to ensure they have not degraded despite the low mileage.