2021 MINI Clubman 1.5L Petrol · SW21 FLK

The 2021 MINI Clubman presents a clean bill of roadworthiness as of its most recent MOT on 10 April 2026 at 49,371 miles, where it passed with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend over the last two years is clearly improving. The vehicle failed its 30 April 2024 test on tyre condition, yet by the following day's retest and again in April 2025, the only advisories were minor rear tyre perishing, which were evidently addressed before the April 2026 test produced a completely clean result. This trajectory suggests the current owner has been attentive to basic upkeep and prompt defect rectification. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,874 miles per year is entirely typical for a vehicle of this age, indicating regular rather than excessive use. The annual tests fall at consistent April intervals with no notable gaps in the record, and the mileage progression from 29,689 miles in April 2024 to 38,642 miles in April 2025 and then to 49,371 miles in April 2026 shows steady, predictable usage. There are no anomalies suggesting long periods of inactivity or sudden high-mileage runs that would raise concerns about neglected servicing or accelerated component wear. Buyers should still inspect the tyres carefully during any pre-purchase examination. The recurring advisories across the 2024 and 2025 tests for cracking and perishing on both nearside and offside rear tyres, plus the 2024 failure for a cut reaching the ply on the nearside front tyre, point to a pattern of rubber deterioration that may reflect age-related degradation rather than simple wear. Given the vehicle's relatively low annual mileage, tyres may be reaching the five-year age threshold where perishing becomes more likely regardless of remaining tread depth. Check the date codes on all four tyres and the spare if fitted. Inspect the inner sidewalls closely for any signs of the bulging noted in the 2024 failure. Beyond tyres, the clean 2026 result is reassuring but does not eliminate the need for a thorough mechanical inspection. A vehicle covering under 10,000 miles annually in mixed urban and short-trip use can develop issues that MOTs do not always capture, such as brake disc corrosion from infrequent use, clutch wear, or dampers and suspension bushes deteriorating from age rather than mileage. Have a qualified technician check the condition of the brake discs and pads, the integrity of the exhaust system, and the structural underside for any signs of corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and subframes.