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GV11 LJZ

2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

73,476 mi
Last recorded73,476 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto44,381 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 LJZ
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper Auto
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 73,476 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 73,476 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 72,899 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 72,426 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 71,686 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 71,130 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 71,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 70,088 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 65,895 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 65,895 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Auxillary Drive Belt Cracked

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 62,846 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 56,365 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 49,560 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 42,618 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 34,877 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 25,800 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 25,800 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper Auto?

Based on 2,209 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
4,301
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7
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GV11 LJZ is a 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 44,381 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 Cooper Auto fails its MOT is tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV11 LJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GV11 LJZ registered?

GV11 LJZ is a 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto, first registered on 27 July 2011.

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