2017 MINI Cooper 1.5L Diesel · PX17 YKC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass on April 16 2026 at 53,871 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though a minor failure occurred just two weeks prior. That failure at 53,850 miles involved a non-functional nearside front position lamp and moisture ingress in the nearside fog light unit. These are superficial electrical and lighting issues rectified immediately thereafter, suggesting the owner is responsive to testing requirements when faults are raised. At nine years old, the recorded mileage of 53,871 miles reflects low annual usage of approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low-use pattern is consistent across the records, with only 2,761 miles driven between the April 2023 and April 2024 tests, and 2,801 miles prior that. Such low mileage typically reduces the wear on drivetrain components and engine internal parts, though the long periods of stationary time can sometimes lead to rubber degradation in suspension bushes or brake corrosion if not driven regularly. A buyer should inspect the nearside front assembly specifically, as the May 2025 test at 44,379 miles flagged a tyre worn to the legal limit and on the edge. This often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension components which should be verified to ensure no further uneven wear occurs. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for brake disc pitting or caliper seizing, which frequently affects on vehicles that sit for extended periods. The absence of structural corrosion or recurring mechanical failures in the history suggests the chassis remains in good condition.