2018 MINI COOPER1.5L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent inspection data. The latest test on 15 May 2025 at 26,203 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a consistent pattern from the previous two years where the car successfully passed its inspections after immediate initial failures, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components are currently within acceptable operating parameters despite the intermittent nature of use. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,275 miles per year. Between May 2023 at 19,217 miles and May 2024 at 22,592 miles, the car covered 3,375 miles, while it added 3,611 miles in the final year leading up to the most recent test. This low usage typically indicates less wear on the drivetrain and suspension, but it increases the risk of degradation in rubber components and fluid breakdown due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage storage, such as sidewall cracking on tyres and potentially perished suspension bushes or seized brake calipers. While the MOT record shows no structural corrosion or mechanical failures, the recurring immediate failures in 2024 and 2025 prior to passes suggest minor items like light bulbs or wiper blades were addressed only when prompted by testing. Verify the brake discs for surface rust and ensure the low-mileage has not led to neglected oil or fluid changes.