2017 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · SW67 SWX

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive consumable component replacement. The most recent test in October 2025 at 32,361 miles identified thin rear brake pads on both sides. This follows a clean record from October 2024, indicating that while the vehicle was well maintained previously, it is now entering a phase where standard wear-and-tear items require attention. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per annum. Between October 2021 at 18,665 miles and October 2025 at 32,361 miles, the car covered only 13,696 miles. This low usage explains the presence of rubber perishing on the rear tyres noted in both 2022 and 2023, as tyres often degrade due to age and stationary periods rather than through tread wear. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, specifically checking the front discs which showed pitting in 2022 and the rear pads flagged in the latest test. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also verify the condition of the suspension bushes and rubber components, as low-use vehicles can suffer from premature material cracking. Close inspection of the tyre sidewalls is essential to ensure the perishing noted in previous tests has not progressed into structural failure.