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J16 JOW

2011 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,575 mi
Last recorded111,575 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper Sd67,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 JOW
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 111,575 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2025 111,575 miles

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

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 107,063 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 99,378 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 91,523 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 91,523 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 86,785 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 79,829 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 79,828 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 74,824 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 72,362 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 66,687 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 62,764 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 46,251 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 37,705 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 37,705 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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J16 JOW is a 2011 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 67,792 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 Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J16 JOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was J16 JOW registered?

J16 JOW is a 2011 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 2 September 2011.

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