2017 MINI Cooper S 2.0L Petrol · YN67 WRD

A consistent pattern of front-tyre wear on the nearside and offside edges dominates the MOT record of this 2017 MINI Cooper S, surfacing as an advisory on three consecutive tests between 2023 and 2025, alongside a single repairable failure in 2023 for an ineffective nearside wiper. The most recent examination on 27 August 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories, which breaks the tyre-related advisory streak but does not erase it. The rear tyres also drew attention in 2025 for perishing and cracking on both sides, and a nail was noted in the nearside front run-flat tyre at the same test. With no structural, suspension, brake, or corrosion advisories recorded across the seven tests spanning 2017 to 2026, the vehicle presents a roadworthy record in terms of safety-critical components, though the recurring tyre observations are a clear mechanical theme that any prospective buyer should monitor closely. Mileage of 34,563 miles across nine years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 3,840 miles, which is notably low for the vehicle's age. The MOT history itself cannot confirm mileage gaps or periods off the road, but the test dates are evenly spaced at roughly annual intervals with no unusual clustering, and no advisory in any year relates to deteriorated brake components, seized calipers, perished rubber boots, or stale brake fluid that would typically be expected if the car had been left stationary for extended periods. Low annual mileage of this nature generally reduces wear on high-cycle items such as clutches, brake discs, and drivetrain components, but it can also mean that some rubber and polymer components have aged rather than worn. The 2025 advisories for rear-tyre perishing are consistent with age-related degradation rather than mileage-driven wear, which is a useful signal for setting inspection priorities. For a prospective buyer, the primary inspection focus should be the geometry of the front axle, because the recurring nearside and offside front tyre edge-wear pattern is a classic indicator of misalignment, worn front suspension bushes, top mounts, or weakened coil springs. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, pay close attention to any steering pull to one side under braking or acceleration, and inspect the inner and outer edges of the front tyres for uneven shoulder wear. The rear tyres flagged for perishing and cracking in 2025 should be examined for sidewall crazing and dry rot, particularly given the run-fitment, and a thorough check of the nearside front wheel area is warranted to confirm the previously repaired nail puncture has not caused any secondary damage or slow deflation. Additional points worth addressing before purchase concern the run-flat specification itself, which typically costs more to replace than conventional tyres and demands particular attention to tread depth and sidewall integrity. The 2023 failure for the nearside wiper is a relatively minor item but worth verifying during a wet weather test to confirm both wiper blades clear the screen effectively and that the wiper linkage is free from play. Given the low mileage, it would also be prudent to check the age of the 12V battery, the condition of the coolant and brake fluid, and to verify that the vehicle has been exercised regularly to prevent any seals or hoses from drying out. A pre-purchase inspection on a lift would be highly advisable to confirm the suspension and steering components are free from play, as the MOT history only flags tyre wear symptoms without identifying the underlying cause.