2017 MINI Countryman 1.5L Petrol · FA17 OYJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed the most recent test on 22 May 2026 at 102,897 miles, this followed just four days after a significant failure involving multiple defects. The failure at 102,842 miles highlighted critical issues including an inoperative engine management light and failing brakes, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT test result. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,400 miles per year. There was a notable period of high usage covering 24,000 miles between July 2024 (78,794 miles) and May 2026 (102,897 miles). This rapid accumulation explains the accelerated deterioration of consumable components seen in the records. The clean pass in May 2025 at 90,293 miles stands as an anomaly against the recurring failures observed in the subsequent and preceding inspections. A buyer must scrutinize the braking system and suspension. The record shows a recurring history of pitted and scored brake discs alongside thinning pads, dating back to at least July 2024. The latest 2026 test specifically identified worn bushes on both front lower suspension arms, which indicates the beginning of suspension-related component fatigue. Furthermore, the failure for an inoperative engine management light in May 2026 necessitates a thorough diagnostic scan to ensure no underlying engine faults have been masked or ignored.