2015 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · BU15 WVT

This MINI Cooper presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 20 October 2025 at 72,682 miles, resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged an Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit and worn on edge. This single advisory aside, the vehicle has a clean record of passes dating back to at least March 2021, with no major mechanical or structural defects recorded across five consecutive tests. The maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring or worsening faults, suggesting consistent, if basic, upkeep. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for an 11-year-old vehicle. Between the March 2021 test at 59,291 miles and the October 2025 test at 72,682 miles, the car covered 13,391 miles over roughly four and a half years, averaging around 2,975 miles per year during that period. The most recent annual interval, from October 2024 at 70,802 miles to October 2025 at 72,682 miles, shows 1,880 miles covered in twelve months, indicating lighter recent use. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would suggest tampering or prolonged standing. The only defect on record is the October 2025 advisory concerning the Offside Front Tyre, specifically worn on the edge. Edge wear typically points to a wheel alignment or tracking issue rather than simple neglect, so a buyer should have the front suspension geometry inspected, checking for worn tracking arms, tie rod ends, or incorrect camber settings. Given the car's age and the typical wear profile of a MINI Cooper, a thorough in-person inspection should also focus on the condition of the rear subframe and sill areas for corrosion, the operation of all brake calipers for signs of binding, and the condition of the exhaust system and catalytic converter. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for deterioration, particularly at the rear, where MINI models of this era are known to develop issues. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but the tyre wear advisory is a tangible clue that the front end deserves closer mechanical scrutiny before purchase.