2016 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · RF16 XAV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in December 2025 at 101,945 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reveals a recurring pattern of deferred minor repairs and obstructed inspections. While the car consistently passes its tests, the repeated mention of engine covers and undertrays preventing full inspection of components across the last four years suggests a lack of proactive monitoring of the lower chassis and engine-related hardware. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with a 7,770-mile interval between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 5,002 miles covered between December 2024 and December 2025. This regularity generally indicates the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of inactivity, which is beneficial for preventing the degradation of rubber components and brake-related seals. A buyer must pay close attention to the front axle and wheel-related issues. The December 2024 test at 96,943 miles flagged perishing and uneven wear on both front tyres, while the 2023 test at 89,173 miles noted a distorted nearside front road wheel. These entries point to potential alignment issues or impact damage that could stress suspension components prematurely. Furthermore, the leaking driverside washer jet hose noted in the December 2025 test indicates that minor maintenance tasks are only being addressed after they are officially flagged. Because the tester repeatedly reported inability to inspect certain items due to undertrays, a physical inspection is essential to check for oil leaks, coolant weeping, or structural corrosion that may remain hidden. The buyer should verify the condition of the suspension bushes and ensure the distorted wheel was replaced without causing secondary damage to the steering rack or wheel bearings.