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YX61 YZU

2011 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,953 mi
Last recorded134,953 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper D68,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX61 YZU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 134,953 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 134,953 miles

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges pad warning wire (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 125,350 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 109,261 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 96,467 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 87,476 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 78,639 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 78,633 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 74,703 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 73,265 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 69,033 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 64,615 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 49,485 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 36,763 miles

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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YX61 YZU is a 2011 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YX61 YZU, 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.

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What year was YX61 YZU registered?

YX61 YZU is a 2011 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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