2018 MINI Countryman 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · JT61 SAM

The 2018 MINI Countryman’s most recent MOT, conducted just 10 months ago on 2025-09-02, shows a clean pass with no defects recorded—though the duplicate entry of a failure on the same date suggests either an administrative error or a rare anomaly in the system. Beyond that, the vehicle has maintained a consistent pass rate across all five tests, with no recurring advisories or major failures. This pattern indicates stable mechanical condition, though the lack of advisories or defects does not preclude hidden wear in high-stress areas like suspension mounts, drivetrain components, or corrosion-prone zones. The absence of any advisory notes also means the tester did not flag items like worn suspension bushes, binding calipers, or excessive corrosion, which would typically appear as warnings rather than outright failures. The recorded mileage of 90,202 miles at the last test reflects a steady accumulation of approximately 11,275 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in mileage between tests—each spans roughly 8,800 to 9,800 miles—suggesting the car has been driven regularly without prolonged periods of inactivity. The consistency in mileage intervals also implies that the vehicle has not undergone extended periods of neglect, which could accelerate wear in areas like brake pads, tyres, or fluid systems. However, the lack of advisories in prior tests means even these consumables were likely replaced or inspected between MOT cycles. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear suspension geometry and bushings, as these often degrade incrementally without immediate failure. The binding brake calipers or uneven disc wear, which sometimes appear as advisories, should be checked—though their absence in the record does not guarantee they are flawless. Corrosion is another critical area; the underbody, wheel arches, and rear subframe are common failure points for this model, especially in coastal or high-salt regions. Finally, the drivetrain—including the CV joints, differential, and transfer case—should be examined for fluid leaks or unusual noises, as these components are not routinely tested in an MOT but can develop silent failures over time. The lack of advisories in past tests does not negate the need for these checks.