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L18 TCR

2016 Mini Countryman

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests32 (26 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,901 mi
Last recorded57,901 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mini Countryman38,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 TCR
MakeMini
ModelCountryman
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

26 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 57,901 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 113,108 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 113,106 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Handbrake 16% (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 55,610 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2024 107,075 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 47,721 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 40,447 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 101,227 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 37,539 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 93,953 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Dec 2021 27,435 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 87,045 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 87,045 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 18,494 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 80,685 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 80,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 13,391 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 74,752 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2019 10,136 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 68,650 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 66,045 miles

Offside Front brake pads look to be worn low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside compenents from full inspection

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components from full inspection

Pass 5 Sep 2016 61,356 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 61,356 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 57,913 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

chip in B zone

Pass 26 Sep 2014 50,999 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 42,071 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 37,445 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 37,443 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 32,182 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 32,179 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 26,622 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 20,035 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman?

Based on 669,227 MOT tests across 102,420 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
5,793
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
102,420
On UK Roads
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L18 TCR is a 2016 Mini Countryman in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2016 Mini Countryman models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 38,252 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Countryman typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 10 years old, this Mini Countryman is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L18 TCR registered?

L18 TCR is a 2016 Mini Countryman, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is L18 TCR safe to buy?

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