2018 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · MM68 OSB

The 2018 MINI Cooper presents a fully clean MOT record with zero advisories or failures across all five tests. The most recent examination on 27 October 2025 at 37,974 miles passed without a single defect flagged, indicating the vehicle met all DVSA roadworthiness thresholds on emissions, brakes, lights, suspension, and structural integrity at that point. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong, with no recurring faults or emerging wear patterns to raise concern. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light use. From the first recorded test on 17 December 2021 at 9,214 miles through to 27 October 2025 at 37,974 miles, the car covered 28,760 miles across roughly 3 years and 10 months, averaging around 7,200 miles per year in that window. Annual tests from October 2022 through October 2025 show increments of approximately 7,300 to 11,300 miles per year, with the largest jump occurring between October 2023 and October 2024. For an eight-year-old vehicle, the cumulative 37,974 miles is notably low at under 4,750 miles per year. This suggests predominantly short urban journeys or extended periods of limited use, which can be a double-edged factor: reduced mechanical wear overall, but potential issues from infrequent running such as moisture accumulation in the exhaust and oil, brake surface corrosion from lack of use, and tyre flat-spotting. Despite the clean paperwork, a buyer should still carry out a physical inspection focused on areas that MOT tests only sample. Check the condition of tyre sidewalls and tread for uneven wear or perishing, as low-mileage cars often sit for long periods. Examine brake discs and pads for surface corrosion that can develop between short trips. Inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for deterioration, since rubber components degrade with age regardless of mileage. Look underneath the vehicle for any signs of corrosion on subframes, sills, or exhaust components, particularly if the car has been stored or used in areas with road salt exposure. The clean MOT history is a strong positive, but age-related deterioration can develop between annual tests, so a hands-on inspection remains essential.