2017 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · BW04 ANN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following its most recent pass on 29 May 2026 at 44,618 miles, though the maintenance trend shows a decline in basic upkeep. The car failed its latest test on the same day due to multiple defects, including front tyres worn beyond legal limits and incorrect headlamp aim. While these were rectified for the pass, the tester flagged thin rear brake pads and a distorted nearside front road wheel as remaining advisories. The mileage is low for a nine year old vehicle, averaging under 5,000 miles per year. Growth has been steady, rising from 16,155 miles in June 2020 to 44,618 miles in May 2026. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest heavy commercial use or long periods of stagnation. A buyer must investigate the nearside front wheel. This component has been flagged as slightly distorted in every single test since June 2023, spanning over three years and 15,000 miles. The previous owners ignored this advisory repeatedly, which suggests a lack of attention to detail. A professional should check for associated suspension or alignment issues that may have caused the distortion or resulted from the same impact. Brake maintenance appears reactive rather than preventative. The vehicle failed in May 2022 at 26,637 miles due to thin front pads and now carries an advisory for thin rear pads in May 2026. Combined with the recent failure for illegal tyre tread, the record implies a pattern of running consumables to the point of failure. A full inspection of all four brake discs and remaining tyre depths is necessary to ensure the vehicle is not currently operating on worn components.