2021 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · TO21 MAC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a minor lapse in preventative consumable replacement. The most recent MOT test on 23 April 2025 at 13,038 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just four miles prior. This failure involved both front windscreen wipers and a damaged nearside rear tyre, indicating that while the owner addressed immediate defects to pass testing, they overlooked basic wear items prior to the inspection. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,608 miles per year. Between the July 2024 test at 11,386 miles and the April 2025 test at 13,038 miles, the car covered only 1,652 miles over nine months. While this low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and suspension components, it increases the risk of rubber-based parts perishing or flat-spotting on tyres due to long periods of stationary use. A buyer should inspect the condition of all tyres specifically, as the 2025 failure noted the nearside rear tyre was perishing or cracking, suggesting age-related degradation rather than tread depth. The replacement of the wiper blades was necessary, but a physical inspection should check the wiper arm tension for rust. Given the low usage, it is vital to check brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, which often occurs on vehicles that are not driven frequently enough to clear the rotors through friction.