2018 MINI Cooper S 2.0L Petrol · LP68 UCU

The 2018 MINI Cooper S presents a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent DVSA test on 9 June 2025 at 14,805 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of four consecutive annual passes. No advisories or mechanical faults appear anywhere in the history, indicating the vehicle has not required corrective work within the test regime. Annual mileage sits well below typical use for an eight-year-old car. The records show 6,646 miles at the 4 May 2022 test, rising to 9,145 miles on 4 May 2023, 11,741 miles on 17 April 2024, and 14,805 miles by June 2025. That equates to roughly 1,850 miles per year. The gaps between tests are narrow and consistent, with no sudden accumulation or missing years, and the clean sheet across all entries suggests light, steady running rather than neglect. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the spotless record. Low mileage combined with the car's age means extended standing periods are likely, which can degrade tyres, brake calipers, and suspension bushes through inactivity rather than wear. The absence of advisories gives no warning on creeping corrosion or fatigued rubber components. Focus the viewing on underbody structural integrity, brake disc condition, and any perishing of suspension mounts or hoses. The B48 engine and drivetrain show no test-flagged concerns, but verify service history independently since MOT passes alone confirm only statutory minimum standards.