CarVerify

Free Car Check

LA61 DPF

2011 Mini Cooper S

Black Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,087 mi
Last recorded87,087 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper S51,948 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mini
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA61 DPF
MakeMini
ModelCooper S
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2025 87,087 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 81,907 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2025 81,845 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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 10 Jan 2024 73,028 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 64,348 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 58,378 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 55,026 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 51,907 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 49,388 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 49,387 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 43,804 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 36,221 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,283 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 25,680 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 17,265 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 14,981 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S?

Based on 632,556 MOT tests across 100,336 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
5,231
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
100,336
On UK Roads
Full Mini Cooper S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LA61 DPF is a 2011 Mini Cooper S in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,948 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Cooper S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LA61 DPF?

You can check the full history of LA61 DPF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LA61 DPF registered?

LA61 DPF is a 2011 Mini Cooper S, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is LA61 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA61 DPF shows 16 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 LA61 DPF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LA61 DPF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.