2015 MINI ONE 1.2L Petrol · LU51 ABY

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT test on 21 November 2025 at 62,450 miles indicates the onset of wear in the front suspension. While the car passed, the tester identified worn pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms. This follows a period of clean tests between 2019 and 2022, suggesting that components are now beginning to age as the vehicle reaches higher mileage. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,677 miles per year. The data shows consistent, gradual usage, with the odometer moving from 35,820 miles in November 2021 to 62,450 miles in November 2025. This low-intensity usage pattern often correlates with less mechanical strain on the drivetrain, but the record also shows the vehicle may have sat for periods, evidenced by the 2018 advisory regarding perishing tyres. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension to check for excessive play in the arms and bushes mentioned in the 2025 test. The brake system also requires scrutiny; the November 2024 test at 53,028 miles flagged thinning rear brake pads and pitted or scored rear discs. While these are consumable items, their condition should be verified to ensure they do not require immediate replacement. The history also shows a failure in November 2023 due to multiple tyres with cuts reaching the cords. Although the vehicle has passed subsequent tests, the recurring presence of tyre-related issues and the recent deterioration of the registration plates suggest that minor cosmetic and consumable upkeep has been inconsistent. Checking the current tread depth and the integrity of all rubber components, including wiper blades and seals, is advisable.