2018 MINI Countryman 1.5L Petrol · SP18 NFV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 37,909 miles passed with only an advisory for a perished nearside rear tyre, the history reveals a significant failure in early 2024. Since that failure, the vehicle has maintained a stable record of passes, suggesting that the owner addresses major mechanical faults once they threaten the MOT certificate. At 37,909 miles over eight years, this Countryman has covered significantly less mileage than average, averaging roughly 4,700 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the recurring issues seen with rubber components and tyres. The structural failure of a front tyre in 2024, followed by the persistent cracking of the nearside rear tyre in both the 2025 and 2026 tests, indicates that the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which leads to dry rot and perishing of the sidewall rubber despite low tread wear. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the braking system and rubber-related components. The March 2024 failure highlighted pitted front and rear brake discs, which were likely replaced following the test, but the current condition should be checked for uneven wear. The nearside steering rack gaiter, which previously failed due to damage, requires verification that the replacement is secure and free from internal grit ingress. Given the low mileage and history of tyre perishing, check for age-related neglect in the suspension bushes and brake lines, which degrade through time regardless of mileage.