2018 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · VE18 AAJ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 80,147 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the most recent advisory only concerned with minor consumable items regarding defective windscreen wiper blades. Prior to this, the vehicle showed a period of clean records between 2022 and 2024, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components remained within acceptable tolerances without failure during that interval. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. There is a notable increase in usage between February 2025 and February 2026, where the car covered 18,706 miles in a single year. This represents a significant jump compared to the previous interval of 14,360 miles recorded between 2024 and 2025. This accelerated rate of travel typically places higher-average demand on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and brake components. A buyer should pay specific attention to the 2025 entry where the tester noted that under trays prevented a full inspection. While the vehicle passed the subsequent test, this restriction means the structural integrity of the chassis and potential corrosion or impact damage were not fully verified. A physical inspection of the underbody is necessary to ensure no hidden rust or damage has developed. Additionally, the 2021 advisory regarding uneven tyre wear on the edges suggests potential past alignment issues, which should be checked against the current set of tyres to ensure the suspension geometry remains sound.