2017 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · RA63 ABS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent inspection on 13 August 2025 with 34,261 miles. The maintenance trend appears consistent, as the car has successfully cleared its tests following previous failures. The absence of recorded advisories in the 2025 test suggests that the mechanical and structural components currently meet minimum legal standards, with no immediate signs of escalating wear or developing faults in the suspension or braking systems. The mileage pattern is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap between the June 2023 test at 26,087 miles and the July 2024 test at 29,842 miles, representing only 3,755 miles driven over thirteen months. The most recent test in August 2025 occurred just 419 miles after the previous inspection, indicating the car is currently used very infrequently or sits stationary. Such low usage can lead to rubber degradation and brake fluid moisture absorption despite the lack of high mechanical mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related decay rather than high-mileage wear. Because the car travels short distances, check for flat spots on tyres and surface corrosion on brake discs and calipers caused by lack of use. The recorded failures in July 2024 and August 2025 without listed defects suggest minor non-safety-related issues such as blown bulbs or wiper blade failures that were rectified immediately. Inspect the chassis for early surface rust and the suspension bushes for cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from environmental exposure rather than mechanical fatigue.