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SM61 YSU

2012 Mini Countryman One D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,834 mi
Last recorded142,834 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman One D62,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 YSU
MakeMini
ModelCountryman One D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 142,834 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 142,834 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 135,176 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 127,825 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 120,393 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))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 120,393 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2022 112,990 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2021 111,786 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 111,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 109,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2020 109,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 103,860 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 45,472 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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SM61 YSU is a 2012 Mini Countryman One D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman One D models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 62,466 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM61 YSU, 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 14 years old, this Mini Countryman One D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM61 YSU registered?

SM61 YSU is a 2012 Mini Countryman One D, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is SM61 YSU safe to buy?

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