2016 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · C13 HCM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of neglected consumable upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 24,272 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to multiple tyre defects and brake issues. The pattern suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. At approximately 10 years old, the recorded mileage of 24,272 miles is exceptionally low, averaging only about 2,400 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components through age rather than mechanical wear. The gap between the 2023 test at 20,149 miles and the 2024 test at 22,304 miles shows the car likely sat for long periods, which correlates with the recurring perishing and cracking of tyres noted in the later records. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of all tyres, as the record shows repeated failures for cracking, cutting, and structural tears across three consecutive years. The September 2025 failure highlighted binding rear service brakes, which indicates likely seized calipers or rusted discs due to lack of use. You should verify the braking system is free moving and check that the low mileage has not masked dried fluid leaks or perished suspension bushings that require immediate replacement.