2018 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · T27 NEC

This 2018 MINI Cooper has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across all tests, including the most recent examination on 17 June 2025 at 51,651 miles. The vehicle has passed every test since December 2022, with the sole exception of a single failed attempt in late 2023—though no faults were logged, suggesting a procedural oversight rather than a mechanical issue. The absence of advisories or recurring failures indicates that major systems such as suspension, brakes, and emissions have not exhibited critical degradation during the most recent tests. However, the lack of any recorded issues does not preclude the need for a thorough inspection, as some wear items (e.g. brake pads, tyres, suspension bushes) are not always flagged unless they reach a critical threshold. The mileage progression suggests moderate usage, averaging around 6,456 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable gap between the December 2023 tests (41,705 and 41,706 miles) and the December 2022 test (33,081 miles), indicating the vehicle may have been stationary or lightly used for several months. This period could have allowed for minor corrosion to develop on underbody components or suspension joints, particularly if the car was stored without protection. The subsequent consistent mileage accumulation—44,620 miles by June 2024 and 51,651 miles by June 2025—implies regular driving, which may have introduced more predictable wear on consumables like brake discs and tyres. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of high-wear components that are not always tested to failure. Focus on the suspension, particularly the condition of coil springs, bushes, and dampers, as these are not routinely checked unless visibly compromised. The brakes should be scrutinised for uneven wear, binding calipers, or excessive corrosion on the rear discs, which could indicate past neglect. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns are critical—failing twice on tread suggests previous owners may have deferred basic maintenance. Finally, inspect the underbody for corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts, as the 2023 stationary period could have exacerbated rust development in vulnerable areas.