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SV61 VLC

2011 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,653 mi
Last recorded78,653 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper Sd67,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV61 VLC
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 78,653 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2025 78,622 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 71,892 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 68,761 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system on

Pass 20 Feb 2023 65,247 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 61,228 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 53,192 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 41,461 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 30,641 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 27,434 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 20,276 miles

slight inbalance front service brake

Pass 13 Nov 2015 15,643 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 12,124 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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SV61 VLC is a 2011 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 67,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV61 VLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was SV61 VLC registered?

SV61 VLC is a 2011 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 8 November 2011.

Is SV61 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV61 VLC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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