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FG61 VKU

2011 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

190,952 mi
Last recorded190,952 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper D68,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 VKU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 190,952 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 190,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 183,609 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 171,854 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Dec 2023 171,854 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 162,591 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 155,560 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 151,142 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 144,985 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides at rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 131,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 117,545 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 103,198 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 86,462 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 67,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 67,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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FG61 VKU is a 2011 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 68,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG61 VKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG61 VKU registered?

FG61 VKU is a 2011 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 19 December 2011.

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