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S8 PYS

2011 Mini Countryman Cooper

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,296 mi
Last recorded100,296 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper57,767 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 PYS
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 100,296 miles

Nearside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts round tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear uneven wear across tyre tread

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts round tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear uneven wear across tyre tread

Pass 3 Jul 2025 89,566 miles

All tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 10 Jul 2024 79,894 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox nearside driveshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2024 79,894 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox nearside driveshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 67,012 miles

Front Water Leak.

Pass 30 Jun 2022 54,844 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 43,929 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 35,605 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 29,485 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 23,769 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 23,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 21,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake disc have a slight lip

Pass 1 Oct 2016 18,886 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 15,819 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 15,819 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 10,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper?

Based on 10,622 MOT tests across 943 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
5,506
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
943
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
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S8 PYS is a 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 57,767 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 Countryman Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S8 PYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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S8 PYS is a 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper, first registered on 29 September 2011.

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