2018 MINI Cooper S 2.0L Petrol · SL13 GER

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward deferred consumable upkeep. The most recent test in July 2025 at 64,133 miles flagged both front tyres as being close to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. While the car passed without mechanical failures, the transition from clean records in previous years to current advisories suggests a reactive approach to tyre replacement rather than proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. There is a significant jump in usage between March 2022 at 24,627 miles and April 2023 at 43,741 miles, where the car covered nearly 19,000 miles in just thirteen months. Since then, usage has returned to a more moderate pace of roughly 9,000 miles per year. This period of high intensity likely explains the accelerated wear on the suspension components noted in later MOT entries. A buyer must inspect the wheel geometry and suspension components due to recurring tyre wear issues. The 2023 test at 43,741 miles noted the rear tyres were heel and toed on the inside edges, while the 2025 test highlighted edge-wear on the front tyres. This pattern indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes and control arms that will continue to prematurely scrub tyres if not addressed. Check for play in the front wishbones and ensure the rear alignment is within specification to ensure structural integrity of the handling geometry remains maintained.