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DRZ 1496

2011 Mini Countryman One D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,948 mi
Last recorded156,948 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Countryman One D68,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 1496
MakeMini
ModelCountryman One D
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 156,948 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2026 156,889 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 142,440 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 125,967 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 108,636 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 91,793 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 68,667 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 56,666 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman One D?

Based on 4,334 MOT tests across 414 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
6,580
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
414
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 11
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DRZ 1496 is a 2011 Mini Countryman One D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 Mini Countryman One D models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 68,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Countryman One D fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRZ 1496, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Countryman One D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Countryman One D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRZ 1496?

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What year was DRZ 1496 registered?

DRZ 1496 is a 2011 Mini Countryman One D, first registered on 21 July 2011.

Is DRZ 1496 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 1496 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRZ 1496 have outstanding finance?

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