2021 MINI Countryman 1.5L Petrol · MD70 OEP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT result indicates a lapse in proactive maintenance. While the car passed its test on April 23, 2026 at 48,597 miles, it initially failed due to two specific defects. The tester flagged an offside front tyre with exposed ply or cords and thin nearside rear brake pads. This suggests that the previous owner waited for component failure before addressing consumable wear rather than performing routine replacements during the annual service interval. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of 9,363 miles between May 2024 and May 2025, moving the odometer from 26,116 to 35,479 miles. A further 13,118 miles were covered between the 2025 and early 2026 tests. This recent spike in usage indicates the vehicle is currently being used regularly, which places typical but expected stress on the suspension components and braking system. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the thin nearside rear pads were replaced with quality components and that the calipers are not sticking. The previous failure due to exposed cords on the offside front tyre is a critical safety concern; therefore, the remaining tyres should be checked for uneven wear or age-related cracking which might indicate alignment issues or neglect despite the relatively low mileage. There is no evidence of structural corrosion or recurring mechanical failures in the history, but the focus on basic consumables highlights a need to verify the full service history beyond the MOT records.