2018 MINI Clubman 2.0L Petrol · OO09 BER

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 14 May 2026 at 34,386 miles, but only after failing the same day due to multiple tyre defects, indicating the condition of the tyres had deteriorated rapidly since the previous test. The maintenance trend is worsening, not improving, with tyre failures escalating from a minor cut in 2025 to structural tears and perishing across three tyres in 2026, suggesting prolonged neglect of basic tyre inspection and replacement. The recorded mileage of 34,386 over eight years averages just 4,298 miles annually, which is low for its age and implies infrequent or short-distance use. This pattern is consistent across all tests: 24,960 miles in June 2023, 28,671 in May 2024, 31,967 in May 2025, and 34,386 in May 2026—each annual increment under 4,000 miles. The lack of significant mileage accumulation raises concerns about prolonged static storage, which can accelerate rubber degradation, brake corrosion, and fluid breakdown even without heavy use. A buyer must inspect the tyres in person, paying close attention to sidewall cracking, tread depth, and internal structural integrity, as the repeated failures suggest the tyres may have been left to age beyond safe limits. The brake discs have shown progressive wear since 2023, with both front discs flagged as pitted and scored—this is not yet critical but indicates the need for immediate inspection of brake pad thickness, caliper movement, and potential binding. The absence of any structural or corrosion advisories is reassuring, but the low mileage and tyre failures point to possible long-term inactivity, so check for seized brake components, brittle hoses, and degraded suspension bushes. A full fluid check and brake system bleed are strongly advised.