2019 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · MM69 XAA

Four MOT tests are recorded for this 2019 MINI COOPER, with the most recent pass issued on 25 August 2025 and the prior pass on 26 August 2025 carrying a single tyre advisory. Across the documented history there are no failures, no refusals, and only one advisory, giving the vehicle a largely clean roadworthiness record. The lone flag was for a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and close to the cords, which is a common age and mileage-related advisory rather than an indicator of any underlying mechanical or alignment defect. No corrosion, brake, suspension, exhaust, lighting, or structural issues have been recorded against this car in the DVSA history, and the absence of any repeat advisories suggests the flagged tyre was dealt with at the time rather than allowed to persist into the next test. The recorded mileage of 28,852 miles against a 2019 registration represents an annual accumulation of roughly 4,100 miles, which is well below the typical mileage for a seven year old car and points to either light regular use or extended periods of inactivity between test cycles. The most recent test was conducted on 25 August 2026 with a pass, while the prior test was a year earlier on 26 August 2025, and before that the next recorded test was on 11 December 2023, leaving a near two year gap between the 2023 and 2025 tests. Such gaps are not unusual for low mileage vehicles that are used sparingly, kept off the road, or only presented for testing when due, but they are worth noting because extended standing periods can lead to dried brake fluid seals, flat spots on tyres, and degraded dampers without obvious MOT-recordable symptoms. For a prospective buyer, the inspection priorities should focus on confirming that the advisory flagged against the nearside front tyre has been properly resolved and that the replacement has not introduced any uneven wear pattern across the axle. On a test drive, listen for any knock or clunk from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as MINI front suspension components such as control arm bushes, top mounts, and anti-roll bar links are known wear items and would not necessarily show at MOT if not yet at failure threshold. Pay particular attention to steering feel, checking for any vibration through the wheel under braking which could suggest a binding caliper or warped front disc, and feel for any pulling to one side that might indicate uneven tyre wear returning. Given the low annual mileage, it is also worth paying close attention to components that degrade through inactivity rather than use. Check that all four brake discs rotate freely without excessive rust lips, that the handbrake holds firmly without excessive travel, and that there are no brake fluid leaks around the calipers or rear drum assemblies which can seize after long standing periods. Inspect the underside for any oil misting or seepage from the engine and transmission, and examine the coolant hoses and undertray for any signs of perishing. Finally, verify the service history independently of the MOT record, as MOT testing does not cover cambelt or fluid change intervals, and confirm whether the brake fluid and coolant have been renewed within the manufacturer recommended timescales for a vehicle of this age.