2014 MINI Countryman 1.6L Petrol · YJ64 WDC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status but the maintenance history reveals a trend of neglected consumables and recurring suspension issues. The most recent test in September 2025 at 98,988 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a nearside rear tyre with exposed cords and corroded rear coil springs. While the vehicle passed upon retest, the persistent nature of the coil spring corrosion across multiple years suggests that the previous owner only addressed these faults once they reached an MOT failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 98,988 miles over 12 years, the Countryman averages approximately 8,250 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 12,000 miles driven between 2023 and 2024, and another 12,276 miles between 2024 and 2025. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which explains the accelerated degradation of rubber components noted in the report. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension and wheel geometry. The history consistently flags corroded coil springs starting from 2023 at 76,659 miles and continuing through 2025. Furthermore, the repeated mentions of uneven tyre wear on the inner edges of the offside and nearside rear indicate a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. You should verify if the nearside front suspension arm bush was ever properly replaced to prevent further tyre wastage. The 2024 test at 86,712 miles also identified a minor oil leak from the nearside front driveshaft seal. While the tester noted this was not excessive at the time, such leaks often worsen over time. A physical inspection of the undercarriage for active weeping and structural corrosion is essential. Given the history of perishing tyres and uneven wear, the current set of tyres should be checked for depth and sidew cracking, as the vehicle appears prone to running components until they reach legal failure.