2016 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · KM66 VFY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of deferred attention regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 77,749 miles passed, it again flagged the offside front tyre as being close to the legal limit with edge wear. This specific issue has appeared in every recorded test since 2021, indicating a recurring failure to address tyre condition or alignment. Although the car passes annually, the persistence of the front oil leak noted in 2022 and 2024 suggests that minor weeping issues have not been proactively rectified. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,775 miles per year. There is a notable sixteen-month gap between the October 2022 test and the February 2024 test, during which time only 3,668 miles were covered, followed by a steady increase of roughly 4,300 miles per year leading to the most recent entry. This low usage profile is generally favourable for the drivetrain, though the periods of standing may contribute to the dry perishing of rubber components seen in the 2022 advisories. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, as the repeated uneven edge wear on the offside front tyre suggests persistent misalignment or worn suspension bushes. The noisy offside rear wheel bearing reported in 2025 needs verification during a test to ensure it has not developed into a significant mechanical failure. Additionally, the engine bay should be inspected for the extent of the oil leak from the sump to confirm if it remains a minor seepage or if it has progressed to a more active leak that could affect oil levels.