2018 MINI Countryman 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · LF18 YLR

The Mini Countryman’s MOT history presents a stable roadworthiness record, with the most recent test on 8 July 2025 at 67,946 miles passing without any defects. This follows a clean 2024 March test at 64,625 miles, though it’s worth noting the immediate prior failure on 11 March 2024—just five days earlier—due to exposed tyre ply and severe uneven wear on the rear tyres. That failure was swiftly rectified, as evidenced by the passing test five days later, suggesting the tyres were replaced or repaired promptly. Beyond that isolated incident, the vehicle has maintained compliance with no advisories or recurring mechanical issues, indicating consistent upkeep in critical areas like brakes, suspension, and structural integrity. The mileage accumulation of 8,493 miles per year aligns closely with the average for an eight-year-old vehicle, reflecting neither excessive wear nor prolonged neglect. The gap between the 2023 February test at 50,467 miles and the 2024 March tests (covering 14,153 miles in under a year) suggests the car was driven regularly, though the owner may have delayed the MOT slightly beyond the 12-month window in early 2024. There’s no evidence of rapid mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity, which would otherwise raise concerns about suspension wear or fluid degradation. For a buyer, the primary focus should be the rear tyres, given the 2024 failure tied to severe wear and exposed cords—this implies either aggressive driving, misalignment, or underinflation in the past. Inspect the rear wheel bearings and hubs for play, as uneven tyre wear can stem from suspension issues. The brakes were never flagged, but a visual check of the rear calipers for binding or corrosion is prudent, especially if the car has been parked in damp conditions. No structural defects or exhaust emissions failures appear in the record, but a cursory check for rust around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts would confirm long-term neglect hasn’t compromised the chassis. The clean MOT history beyond tyres is a strong indicator of reliable maintenance, but this isolated incident warrants closer scrutiny.