2018 MINI Countryman 2.0L Petrol · YL68 DPY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 29 December 2025 at 27,517 miles where it passed with no recorded defects. This indicates that the mechanical and structural components met the minimum safety standards following previous issues. The maintenance trend remains consistent, as the car has avoided major failures or recurring advisories over the last several testing cycles. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,440 miles per annum. There is a visible gap in usage between the 2021 test at 15,691 miles and the February 2023 test at 18,530 miles, during which the car covered only 2,839 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and braking system, it often subjects rubber-based components to age-related degradation rather than mechanical friction. A specific concern emerged during the January 2025 test at 23,541 miles, where the tester flagged cracking or perishing on both the nearside and offside rear tyres. This defect confirms the vehicle likely sat for extended periods, leading to sidewall dry rot despite sufficient tread depth. A buyer must verify the manufacture date codes on the current tyres to ensure they have been replaced following that advisory and are not nearing another structural failure. Given the history shows no structural corrosion or suspension advisories, the physical inspection should focus on the brake calipers for signs of binding, as low-use vehicles often cause calipers to seize or discs to rust from lack of regular cleaning. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracks, as the age of the vehicle can affect these parts regardless of the low mileage recorded.