2021 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · ND21 ACJ

The vehicle appears to be in a stable roadworthiness condition following its most recent test on 9 March 2026. While the record shows a failure immediately preceding the pass on that same date, no specific mechanical defects were documented in the DVSA notes. This pattern of failing and then passing without recorded advisory items suggests the vehicle has been brought up to standard, though the lack of detail regarding the failure reasons makes it difficult to determine if the issues were minor consumables or more significant mechanical components. The mileage profile indicates very light usage for a five-year-old vehicle. The car has covered 19,368 miles since its manufacture, averaging approximately 3,874 miles per year. The data shows a consistent, low-speed accumulation, moving from 15,379 miles in March 2024 to 18,154 miles in March 2025, and finally reaching 19,368 miles in March 2026. This low annual mileage suggests the car has spent significant time stationary or has been used strictly for short urban trips. Because the vehicle has been driven sparingly, a buyer should pay close attention to components that suffer from degradation during periods of inactivity. I recommend a thorough physical inspection of the brake discs for surface corrosion and a check of the brake fluid for moisture contamination. Low-mileage vehicles often experience seized calipers or binding brakes due to lack of use. You should also inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking or flat-spotting, which frequently occurs when a vehicle sits for extended periods. The suspension system warrants a close look during a test drive. While the MOT history shows no recorded faults regarding suspension bushes or coil springs, the low mileage pattern can sometimes mask uneven tyre wear or bushing degradation caused by static weight rather than road impact. Check all fluid levels and inspect the battery health, as infrequent usage often leads to charging system issues or battery degradation.