2021 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · LR71 WJM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent inspection on 2 December 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, following a specific failure just one day prior to that pass. While the car failed the initial test at 13,777 miles due to split inner drive shaft CV boots, the immediate re-test success indicates the owner addressed the mechanical defect promptly to maintain legal safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,755 miles per year. Between the December 2024 test at 11,554 miles and the December 2025 test at 13,777 miles, the car covered only 2,223 miles. This low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and suspension, though such low mileage can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components or brake corrosion if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer should physically inspect the front drive area to ensure the replacement nearside and offside inner CV boots are free of further tearing or grease leakage. Since both boots failed simultaneously, it suggests a potential batch issue or accelerated dry rot from the car not being driven. Given the low annual mileage, you should also check the brake discs for surface pitting or seized calipers, as infrequently used brakes often suffer from oxidation that a standard MOT test might not fully expose.