2022 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · YF71 ABX

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass issued on 12 May 2026 at 56,721 miles, following a same-day failure over exposed tyre ply cords on the nearside rear inner edge. The most recent outcome is acceptable, but the immediate retest after failure suggests the defect was addressed promptly, leaving the maintenance trend effectively stable rather than worsening. Mileage accumulation is notably high for a four-year-old car. The record shows 40,239 miles at the April 2025 test, then 56,721 miles by May 2026, indicating roughly 16,482 miles added in just thirteen months. This rate of use places greater stress on consumables, suspension bushes, brake discs, and drivetrain components than average, though no structural corrosion or major mechanical failures have yet appeared in the history. A buyer should inspect the rear tyres closely, checking for uneven wear patterns that may point to tracking or suspension geometry issues, given the exposed ply failure. The windscreen damage noted twice across both tests remains non-adverse to visibility but warrants monitoring for crack propagation. Brake condition, coil springs, and suspension bushes deserve particular attention during a pre-purchase inspection, as high annual mileage accelerates wear on these components even when no active faults are currently recorded.