2017 MINI Clubman 2.0L Diesel · RJ67 YRM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 71,913 miles, the tester flagged both front and rear inner brake pads as wearing thin. This indicates that the previous owner deferred routine component replacement until they reached the point of failure, a departure from the clean record seen in late 2023. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of roughly 8,000 miles between January 2023 and November 2024, and another 8,600 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This regular usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components, though the intervals between tests show the mileage is the primary driver of wear on consumable items. A buyer must scrutinise the suspension geometry and alignment due to recurring uneven tyre wear. The January 2022 and November 2024 tests both highlighted multiple instances of tyres worn on the edges or devoid of tread internally. This persistent issue often points to worn suspension bushes, faulty control arms, or incorrect tracking that has not been addressed. A physical inspection should check for excessive play in the front-end components to ensure the next set of tyres is not prematurely. Given the thin brake pads noted in the most recent entry, an inspection of the brake discs is essential for scoring or glazing. If the pads were allowed to run excessively low, the rotors may have suffered damage requiring replacement alongside the pads. The buyer should also verify that the recent service history actually addressed the flagged wear issues, as the history suggests a pattern of waiting for MOT advisories before performing necessary maintenance.