2014 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · RR02 AAN

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 11 October 2025 at 47,258 miles resulted in no recorded defects, continuing a clean record dating back to 2021. This consistency suggests the previous owners have maintained the car to a standard that avoids immediate mechanical or safety-related failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,938 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 42,445 miles and October 2025 at 47,258 miles, the car covered only 4,813 miles, indicating infrequent but consistent use. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, long intervals between use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components or fluid oxidation if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. Given the lack of recorded MOT advisories or failures, a physical inspection should focus on components susceptible to age rather than mileage. A buyer should specifically check the suspension bushes and sidewalls for cracking or perished rubber, as these often age out regardless of distance driven. It is also prudent to inspect the brake discs for corrosion or seized calipers, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from surface pitting and binding. Checking the structural integrity of the chassis for early corrosion remains a standard requirement for a vehicle of this era, though the clean history shows no prior flags of concern.