2021 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · LL21 XDN

A clean and largely unremarkable MOT record defines this 2021 MINI Cooper, with the most recent test on 13 April 2026 returning a pass and no advisories recorded. Across the documented history the vehicle has accumulated four tests, of which only one resulted in a failure, and that failure was confined to a single component rather than indicating systemic deterioration. The only advisory entries on file relate to minor cracking or perishing on both rear tyres at the February 2025 test, which were not repeated at the subsequent pass. The failure itself, an offside front windscreen wiper blade recorded as torn on 21 February 2024, was a straightforward component replacement that did not reappear at any later inspection. Overall the trend across the four documented tests is stable, with no repeat advisories, no corrosion issues, and no structural or braking concerns flagged. With a recorded mileage of 19,624 miles over approximately five years, this MINI has covered around 3,925 miles annually, which is markedly below the typical accumulation for a vehicle of its age. Low annual mileage can mean reduced wear on friction components such as brake discs and pads, which on this car show no recorded advisories, but it can also mean prolonged periods of standing where items like tyres, suspension bushes and brake calipers are more prone to deterioration through lack of use rather than wear. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing record within the documented period, so there is no indication of the vehicle being declared SORN or off-road for extended stretches, although the relatively low mileage does suggest that some of the intervening periods may have involved limited use. Given the rear tyre advisories recorded in early 2025, particular attention should be paid to the condition of all four tyres on inspection, looking for sidewall cracking, perishing, bulges or uneven tread wear that could have developed since the advisory was issued. Even though the wiper failure was a minor item, it is worth confirming that the wiper mechanism and blades operate smoothly across the full sweep and that the washer system delivers adequate fluid to the windscreen. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven roads, as MINI models of this generation are known to develop wear in the front control arm bushes and bottom wishbone bushings, and check for any steering vagueness or vibration through the wheel which could indicate worn front suspension components. With low mileage, brake discs may be susceptible to corrosion on the working surface rather than wear, so verify that the vehicle pulls up cleanly and squarely without judder under heavy braking. Finally, because the recorded usage has been light, it is sensible to confirm the condition of items that suffer more from standing than from running. Inspect the brake calipers for any sign of seizing or binding, particularly after the car has been parked overnight, and check that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline. Look under the bonnet for any signs of perished rubber hoses, degraded coolant or oil leaks around the engine and filter housings, and confirm that all dashboard warning systems extinguish promptly after start-up. A careful inspection of the rear tyres for any progression of the cracking noted at the 2025 test, combined with a thorough test drive covering rough surfaces and a controlled braking stop, should provide a clear picture of the mechanical state of this low-mileage MINI Cooper.