2016 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · LE16 OCW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 15 June 2026 at 91,552 miles. While the car maintains a passing history, the trend shows a recent shift toward reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. After three consecutive years of clean records between 2022 and 2024, the two most recent tests flagged tyre-related defects, suggesting a decline in attention to consumables as the vehicle approaches higher mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,155 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, moving from 62,663 miles in June 2022 to 91,552 miles in June 2026. This regular interval suggests the car is used consistently rather than left sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals and batteries. However, the 90,000-mile mark represents a significant threshold where rubber components and suspension bushings typically reach the service life. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the tyres, as the June 2025 test noted a nearside rear tyre at the legal limit and the June 2026 test identified inner sidewall damage and a nail on the offside front. These recurring issues indicate the owner may be delaying tyre replacements until they fail an inspection. Given the age and mileage, a physical inspection must also check for perished rubber in the suspension and wear on the control arm bushings, as these are common failure points on this model at this stage.