2013 MINI Cooper S 2.0L Diesel · YP63 LGC

The most recent MOT on 2024-01-12 recorded two minor defects: front tyres worn close to the legal limit and slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. Both issues were noted in earlier MOTs, with the suspension arm play first recorded in 2021 and tyre wear dating back to 2021. The 2023 MOT also highlighted the suspension arm issue, alongside a registration plate lamp failure, which was resolved by 2024. A recurring pattern of suspension arm play and tyre wear emerges, suggesting potential ongoing maintenance needs. The suspension arm’s slight play has persisted across three MOTs without escalation, indicating either consistent minor wear or intermittent issues. Tyre wear near the legal limit in 2021 and 2024 implies possible alignment problems, uneven tread wear, or insufficient tyre maintenance. These defects are not severe but warrant monitoring for progression. The vehicle’s mileage of 111,160 miles over 13 years equates to roughly 8,551 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for its age. This suggests neither excessive wear nor prolonged under-use, though lower mileage could indicate periods of inactivity. The MOT history shows mostly stable conditions, with no major defects beyond the recurring suspension and tyre issues.