2015 MINI Countryman 2.0L Diesel · VN65 UBV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having a clean pass in February 2026 at 88,608 miles. The maintenance trend shows a significant improvement following a major failure in March 2025. Since that critical point, the car has returned to a defect-free state in the two most recent tests, indicating that the owner addressed the significant mechanical and electrical faults identified during the early 2025 inspection. The recorded mileage of 88,608 miles over eleven years represents an average of approximately 8,000 miles per annum, which aligns well with typical UK usage for a family-oriented vehicle. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 8,700 miles covered between July 2023 and March 2024, and another 5,800 miles recorded between March 2024 and March 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has been used steadily rather than suffering from prolonged periods of stationary neglect which often causes seal degradation and battery failure. A buyer must pay close attention to the engine bay, as the March 2025 failure flagged an excessive oil leak. While the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the root cause of that leak should be verified to ensure it was not a recurring gasket issue or a cover seal failure. The braking system also requires physical scrutiny. The previous failure of a broken offside brake cable and inoperative parking brake indicates that the handbrake mechanism has required significant attention. You should confirm the parking brake holds firmly and that the cables show no signs of corrosion. The engine malfunction indicator light failure in early 2025 also suggests a past electronic or sensor fault. Although the car passed since, a diagnostic scan is recommended to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the system. Given the age and mileage of the Countryman, a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes and control arm joints is also advisable, as these components are common points of wear on this platform despite not being highlighted in the recent MOT advisories.