2015 MINI Cooper S 2.0L Diesel · YA15 UOB
2015 MINI Cooper S (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2015. Recorded mileage 24,081 miles. MOT valid until 04 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI COOPER S
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 24,081 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YA15 UOB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2026
- 24,081 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YA15 UOB MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Mini Cooper S (YA15 UOB) between August 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
YA15 UOB Mileage History
- 23/08/202222,664 mi
- 22/08/202322,943 mi+279 mi
- 06/09/202422,967 mi+24 mi
- 04/09/202523,045 mi+78 mi
- 01/09/202624,081 mi+1,036 mi
Average of roughly 352 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
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The primary focus for a buyer should be the effects of the vehicle's low usage. The MOT history shows a recurring theme of 'pitted or scored' brake discs (2022 and 2024) and perishing tyres (2026), which are common when a car spends long periods stationary. You should negotiate the purchase price to account for the immediate replacement of all four tyres.
Request the full service history to verify that oil and filter changes were carried out at regular intervals, regardless of the low mileage. For diesel engines, adhering to time-based service intervals is critical even if the annual mileage is minimal.
As a 1.995L diesel, this model typically offers better fuel economy on longer journeys compared to the petrol variants. Insurance costs will fall within the standard range for the Cooper S trim, and road tax will be based on the vehicle's 2015 emissions bracket.
Maintenance costs for this specific vehicle are likely to be higher in the first year due to the need for new tyres and potential brake disc replacement. Once these 'age-related' items are addressed, typical annual costs should stabilise.
Prioritise a physical inspection of all four tyres; the September 2026 MOT explicitly notes that the nearside front, nearside rear, offside front, and offside rear tyres are all cracking or perishing. This is a critical safety item that requires immediate attention.
Inspect the brake discs for the pitting and scoring mentioned in the 2022 and 2024 MOT advisories to determine if they now require replacement. Additionally, check the windscreen wiper blades, which were recorded as defective in 2024, to ensure they have since been replaced.
This silver 2015 MINI Cooper S Diesel has covered only 24,081 miles since its first registration in July 2015. The vehicle has passed its last five MOT tests, though the records indicate a pattern of wear associated with low usage. It offers a rare combination of a diesel engine with mileage significantly below the model average.
This model has an average MOT pass rate of 88.0%, with the most common failure points being tyres, headlamps, and windscreen wipers.
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