2014 MINI Countryman 1.6L Diesel · LJ14 ABK

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean roadworthiness status at its most recent inspection. The January 2026 test at 78,898 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the car is currently meeting all statutory requirements. This follows a period of minor electrical and tyre-related issues in 2024 and early 2025, which have since been resolved. The absence of any advisories or failures in the last twelve months suggests a consistent level of upkeep regarding basic compliance. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 12-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 6,575 miles per year, which is well within the expected range for a non-commercial passenger vehicle. The record shows a steady increase in mileage, moving from 49,270 miles in May 2022 to 78,898 miles in January 2026. There are no significant gaps in the testing history or evidence of long periods of inactivity, which reduces the likelihood of age-related deterioration from standing still. While the recent history is clean, the record highlights a recurring pattern of consumable wear. The tester flagged multiple tyre issues in 2017, 2020, and 2024, ranging from low tread depth to punctures. This suggests the previous owners tended to address tyre maintenance reactively rather than proactively. A prospective buyer should inspect the current tread depth and sidewall condition of all four tyres, as well as check for uneven wear that could indicate issues with wheel alignment or suspension bushes. Minor electrical faults, specifically inoperative registration plate lamps, appeared in both 2024 and 2025. Although these were resolved, a physical inspection should confirm that all external lighting, including indicators and position lamps, functions correctly without intermittent failure. No structural corrosion or serious mechanical issues like brake binding or suspension component failure have been flagged in the provided history, but the buyer should still verify the condition of the brake discs and pads during a viewing.