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GFZ 1196

2011 Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,247 mi
Last recorded77,247 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper S51,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 1196
MakeMini
ModelCooper S
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2025 77,247 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 76,314 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 70,628 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 70,606 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2022 64,493 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 52,309 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 46,594 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 39,215 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
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GFZ 1196 is a 2011 Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GFZ 1196?

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What year was GFZ 1196 registered?

GFZ 1196 is a 2011 Mini Cooper S, first registered on 18 April 2011.

Is GFZ 1196 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 1196 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.

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