2017 MINI John Cooper Works 2.0L Petrol · LG17 LUW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test on 11 June 2025 at 69,149 miles passed with only a distorted offside front wheel noted. This follows a period in late 2023 where the vehicle failed due to brake wear, lighting, and tyre condition, suggesting the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they resulted in an MOT failure. At 69,149 miles over nine years, the car has averaged approximately 7,700 miles per year. This figure is consistent with typical annual usage for a high-performance hatchback. The mileage progression shows steady intervals between tests, with roughly 8,200 miles covered between October 2024 and June 2025, and approximately 8,100 miles in the year leading up to that test. This consistent use suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of standing, which generally benefits the condition of rubber seals and suspension components. A buyer should physically inspect the offside front wheel, as the slight distortion noted in June 2025 often results from a significant impact that could have also affected the wheel alignment or suspension geometry. Given the 2023 failure for pitted front brake discs, a thorough check of the current rotor thickness and surface condition is necessary to ensure they are not nearing another replacement prematurely. The sidewall cut on the nearside rear tyre recorded in 2024 should also be monitored for structural degradation if that specific tyre has not been replaced since the advisory.