2017 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · BUI 144

The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness with a perfectly stable maintenance trend across its recorded history. The most recent test conducted on 22 October 2025 at 31,369 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, continuing a streak of clean passes dating back several years. This consistent performance suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained and avoids the mechanical or structural failures that typically trigger MOT warnings. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old car, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per annum. Data shows a significant gap between September 2020 and November 2021, where the car covered only 6,315 miles over fourteen months. Since 2022, the usage has remained at a steady, low rate, with roughly 2,500 to 3,000 miles between each annual inspection. This low mileage generally indicates less wear on drivetrain components, engine internals, and suspension-related rubberwork items compared to high-mileage counterparts. Because the MOT record shows no recurring advisories, a physical inspection should focus on components affected by long periods of inactivity rather than mechanical wear and tear. A buyer should check for perished suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and degraded seals that can occur when a vehicle sits stationary. The brake discs should also be examined for surface corrosion or pitting, as low-use vehicles often develop rust on the rotors if not driven regularly.