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MA61 JCU

2011 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,526 mi
Last recorded87,526 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper D68,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA61 JCU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 87,526 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 77,522 miles

both front suspension arms bush movement

brake discs faces corrosion

general component corrosion

Fail 28 Feb 2025 77,522 miles

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

Offside Front tyre perished 175/65R15

both front suspension arms bush movement

brake discs faces corrosion

general component corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2024 72,289 miles

all brake discs faces corrosion

both front tyres perished 1756515

heat shield deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2023 67,414 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

very slight binds both rear brakes, pads worn

Pass 18 Feb 2022 60,506 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 59,886 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 55,617 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 50,467 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 48,003 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 42,498 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 36,886 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 36,886 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 33,052 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 26,266 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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MA61 JCU is a 2011 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 68,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA61 JCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was MA61 JCU registered?

MA61 JCU is a 2011 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is MA61 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA61 JCU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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