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MINI COOPER2018 · 1.5L PETROL

EP02 ABY

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MINI COOPER (2018, PETROL, 1499cc) — mileage recorded at 17,186. MOT status: valid. Road tax: paid. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 26/11/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/02/2027
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1499cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a high roadworthiness status based on a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test on 27 November 2025 at 17,186 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This indicates a remarkably stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has consistently met all safety and emission standards without the recurring mechanical or structural failures often seen in cars of this age. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,148 miles per year. Between September 2021 at 7,826 miles and November 2025 at 17,186 miles, the car covered only 9,360 miles over more than four years. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests indicate the vehicle likely sits for extended periods. Such patterns can sometimes lead to flat-spotting or degradation of rubber components rather than mileage-related wear. Because the MOT record shows no recorded faults, an in-person inspection should focus on components affected by low-use storage. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, which often occurs when a vehicle sits without being driven. Check the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking, as rubber degrades over time regardless of mileage. Additionally, verify the fluid levels and quality to ensure that infrequent use has not led to moisture contamination or oxidation despite the clean electronic history.

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93
/ 100 · Excellent

Public record health check: Excellent.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 19, 2026, 02:15 PM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a high roadworthiness status based on a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test on 27 November 2025 at 17,186 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This indicates a remarkably stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has consistently met all safety and emission standards without the recurring mechanical or structural failures often seen in cars of this age. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,148 miles per year. Between September 2021 at 7,826 miles and November 2025 at 17,186 miles, the car covered only 9,360 miles over more than four years. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests indicate the vehicle likely sits for extended periods. Such patterns can sometimes lead to flat-spotting or degradation of rubber components rather than mileage-related wear. Because the MOT record shows no recorded faults, an in-person inspection should focus on components affected by low-use storage. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, which often occurs when a vehicle sits without being driven. Check the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking, as rubber degrades over time regardless of mileage. Additionally, verify the fluid levels and quality to ensure that infrequent use has not led to moisture contamination or oxidation despite the clean electronic history.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2018 Mini Cooper (EP02 ABY), we found 5 MOT results in the period of September 2021 to November 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mini has a 100% success rate (5 passes and 0 fails). This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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