2018 MINI Countryman 1.5L Petrol · GD67 AYB

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test in January 2026 at 31,181 miles which returned no defects. The overall maintenance trend is currently stable following a period of reactive maintenance in late 2024. While the vehicle previously showed signs of consumable wear, the clean sheet from the latest inspection suggests that the previous owner addressed the identified issues before the sale. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,900 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent across the six-year history, though the data reveals a significant gap in usage intervals. Between December 2021 and December 2023, the car covered only 8,713 miles, indicating long periods of stationary or very light use. Such patterns can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, which appears to have manifested in the issues noted during the 2024 inspection. A buyer should pay close attention to the condition of the tyres, as the December 2024 test flagged perishing and cracking on both rear tyres alongside thin rear brake pads. Despite these being passed in the subsequent 2026 test, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from dry rot regardless of tread depth. A physical inspection must verify that the sidewall cracking has not progressed and that the rubber compound remains supple. Additionally, given the history of sitting, the buyer should check the brake discs for surface corrosion or seized calipers, which are common ailments when cars are driven infrequently for extended periods.