2017 MINI COOPER1.5L Diesel

The 2017 MINI Cooper presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 16 March 2026 at 110,005 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and this follows four consecutive annual passes with no advisories or failures. The maintenance trend is resolving rather than worsening, with no recurring mechanical or structural faults flagged across the entire DVLA history. Annual mileage averages roughly 12,223 miles, which sits high for a nine-year-old hatchback but reflects steady use rather than neglect. The records show consistent yearly accumulation: 65,554 miles in November 2022, 70,813 by March 2023, 80,245 by March 2024, 95,013 by March 2025, and 110,005 by March 2026. No gaps or sudden jumps appear; the intervals are regular and the odometer progression is linear. The sparse but clean record suggests previous keepers kept the car serviced to a standard that satisfied MOT requirements without deferred consumable replacement. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the mileage. No tester flagged corrosion or exhaust emissions issues, yet high annual use accelerates wear on these components between tests. Verify the service history covers timing chain, clutch, and drivetrain intervals. Check tyre tread depth and wiper condition visually, though no MOT advisory touched them. The absence of faults implies basic upkeep was not skipped, but 110,000 miles demands confirmation of cambelt or chain status and gearbox oil condition before purchase.