2018 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · R31 NEO

The vehicle's current roadworthiness status appears stable following a successful MOT on 21 October 2025 at 45,445 miles. This pass followed a failure the previous day, where the tester flagged thin rear brake pads and an inoperative engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). The immediate rectification of these issues suggests the owner is responsive to required repairs, though the MIL failure indicates a potential electrical or sensor-related fault that required attention to ensure diagnostic systems were functional. The mileage pattern shows a consistent, low-usage profile for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,681 miles per year. Between August 2021 and August 2022, the car covered 6,226 miles, and it added 14,522 miles between August 2022 and October 2025. This low annual mileage often implies lighter mechanical strain on the drivetrain but can lead to uneven tyre wear or battery issues if the vehicle sits idle for extended periods. The MOT history reveals a recurring pattern of neglected consumable maintenance, specifically regarding tyres and brake pads. In August 2021, the vehicle failed due to worn tyres and thin front brake pads. A similar trend appeared in September 2023, when the car failed on tread depth across both front tyres and the offside rear tyre. The most recent failure in October 2025 for rear brake pads suggests that while the owner eventually addresses these items, they tend to wait until the components reach the legal limit before replacing them. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, specifically checking for even pad wear and any signs of binding calipers. Given the previous MIL failure, a diagnostic scan is necessary to confirm no latent fault codes remain in the engine management system. Finally, check the condition and manufacture dates of all tyres, as the history indicates a tendency to run them close to the legal limit.