2017 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · SW66 YJC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in January 2026 at 82,762 miles identified a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot. While the car passed despite this defect, the condition suggests that rubber components are reaching the end of their service life, which could lead to grease loss and premature failure of the CV joint if not addressed immediately. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,200 miles per year. Between January 2024 at 75,449 miles and January 2025 at 78,949 miles, the car covered 3,500 miles, showing a steady usage profile. The jump of 3,813 miles between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests maintains this rate of travel, suggesting the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting stationary between testing intervals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking and suspension systems due to recurring advisories. The January 2025 failure revealed a missing nearside front road wheel fixing and two tyres worn to the legal limit, indicating a potential lapse in basic consumable checks. Furthermore, the 2023 record noted thin brake pads on both the front and rear axles. You must verify the current thickness of the pads and check the discs for scoring or uneven wear, as the history shows the brakes are only attended to when they approach failure limits.