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LO61 BYP

2011 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,573 mi
Last recorded51,573 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto42,599 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 BYP
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 51,573 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 50,282 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edge

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Sep 2024 50,282 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edge

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 47,272 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Oct 2023 47,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 44,066 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 41,181 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 40,184 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 40,183 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 37,331 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 34,385 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 34,385 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 28,796 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 24,892 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 19,154 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 13,542 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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LO61 BYP is a 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 42,599 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 S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO61 BYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LO61 BYP registered?

LO61 BYP is a 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 16 December 2011.

Is LO61 BYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 BYP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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