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MW16 VFJ

2016 Mini Countryman

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,473 mi
Last recorded47,473 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Mini Countryman38,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW16 VFJ
MakeMini
ModelCountryman
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 47,473 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 46,520 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 43,482 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 26 Aug 2023 43,482 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 38,101 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 38,101 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 31,626 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 9 Sep 2020 27,065 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin set (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working very dim (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 27,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working very dim (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin set (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 18,591 miles

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

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

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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MW16 VFJ is a 2016 Mini Countryman in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MW16 VFJ?

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What year was MW16 VFJ registered?

MW16 VFJ is a 2016 Mini Countryman, first registered on 7 June 2016.

Is MW16 VFJ safe to buy?

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