2015 MINI Clubman 1.5L Petrol · YM65 ANF

The 2015 MINI Clubman holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 18 September 2025 at 99,603 miles, which expires on 17 September 2026. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but shows a gradual accumulation of age-related wear rather than a pattern of neglect. The most recent test passed, yet the tester flagged multiple advisories that point to deferred renewal of front brake discs, front suspension arm bushes, rear coil springs, and rear brake hose ferrules. These items were also present in the failed test two days earlier on 16 September 2025, where the only new failures were a side repeater bulb and a wiper blade, both of which were rectified before the retest. The vehicle has not been presented for testing at the same mileage twice without cause; the 99,603-mile readings on consecutive days reflect the failure and retest cycle rather than a sudden mileage spike. The mileage progression tells a consistent story of moderate annual use. Between 22 September 2022 at 61,477 miles and 14 September 2023 at 78,206 miles, the car covered 16,729 miles in roughly twelve months. The following year, between 14 September 2023 and 20 September 2024, it added 11,047 miles, reaching 89,253 miles. From 20 September 2024 to 18 September 2025, the increase was 10,350 miles, arriving at 99,603 miles. This averages approximately 10,000 miles per year over the recorded period, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests regular rather than sporadic use. There are no suspicious gaps or implausible jumps in the odometer record. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and braking components, as these have drawn repeated attention across the 2025 tests. Both front inner suspension arm pins or bushes were flagged as worn on both the failed and passed tests, indicating the deterioration has not been addressed since September 2025. The front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored on both occasions, and while the tester judged them not seriously weakened, pitting on the disc surface can accelerate pad wear and reduce braking efficiency in wet conditions. The rear coil springs were recorded as corroded on both 2025 tests, and corrosion on coil springs is a structural concern that can lead to spring fracture, particularly on a vehicle approaching eleven years of age. The rear brake hose ferrules also showed slight corrosion, which warrants close examination as corroded ferrules can compromise hose integrity under pressure. Tyre condition has been a recurring theme, with the nearside front tyre noted as very worn on both inner and outer edges in September 2025 and advisories on rear tyre condition appearing in 2024. Uneven wear on the front tyre suggests possible tracking or alignment issues that should be verified. The undertrays noted in 2024 may be hiding corrosion or fluid leaks underneath, so their removal for inspection is advisable. Overall, the car appears to have been used regularly and MOT-tested on schedule, but several wear items are now due for replacement and should be factored into any purchase negotiation.