2015 MINI Cooper S 1.6L Petrol · YL15 AWM

The 2025‑12‑08 MOT at 51,161 miles resulted in a pass, with the only defect being near‑side rear tyre worn to 2.5 mm and off‑side rear tyre to 3 mm, both recorded under 5.2.3 (e). No structural or mechanical failures were noted, indicating that the maintenance record remains stable and the vehicle is presently roadworthy. Mileage has risen from 27,620 miles in the July 2018 test to 51,161 miles in December 2025, a total increase of 23,541 miles over seven years, averaging about 3,363 miles per year. The most rapid accumulation occurred between December 2020 (44,045 miles) and December 2021 (45,880 miles), adding 1,835 miles in one year, while the period from 2018 to 2020 shows a jump of 16,425 miles in two years, suggesting periods of heavy use or long idle intervals. Apart from the 2020 dual‑test entry, the yearly increments are modest and consistent with normal usage. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension components—bushes, coil springs and shock absorbers—for signs of wear that could explain the recurring edge‑wear tyre pattern and the earlier off‑side front wheel distortion (5.2.2 (c) (i)). Inspection of the brake system, including discs, pads and calipers, is advisable given the repeated tyre wear that often correlates with binding or uneven braking. The inoperative registration‑plate lamps noted in 2019 and 2020 merit checking of the lamp mounting and wiring earth, while the absence of rust or structural advisories suggests the chassis remains sound, but a visual assessment of the underbody for corrosion is recommended.