2015 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · PX65 WVT

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 30 May 2026 at 69 863 miles, carrying only an advisory on the front suspension arm pin or bush (5.3.4 (a)(i)). The maintenance trend shows improvement after the 2025 failure, where the car was rejected for a supplementary restraint system warning, thin brake pads and a defective rear position lamp. Those defects were rectified before the 2026 test, leaving only the long‑standing suspension condition, which indicates a stable rather than worsening pattern. Mileage accumulation has been fairly steady at roughly 6 351 miles per year over the car’s 11‑year life. The log shows consistent annual increases, but a two‑year gap between the 2019 and 2021 tests allowed mileage to jump from 12 634 to 22 990 miles, suggesting periods of irregular servicing. The 2025 retest on the same day highlights prompt corrective work, while the subsequent 2026 mileage rise of 8 822 miles reflects normal usage. A buyer should inspect the front suspension arm bushes for wear, verify brake pad thickness across both axles, and test the supplementary restraint system warning lamp for proper operation. The rear position lamp lens should be examined for clarity, and the offside rear tyre checked for wear close to the legal limit. Additionally, a thorough look for corrosion on suspension mounts and brake discs will reveal any hidden deterioration not captured by advisories. Overall, the MINI remains roadworthy, but the recurring suspension advisory and past brake/SRS issues mean a detailed pre‑purchase inspection is essential to confirm that all systems are fully functional and that no latent wear has developed.