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VFZ 5231

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,390 mi
Last recorded118,390 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper52,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 5231
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 118,390 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 109,710 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 101,292 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 92,047 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 61,761 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 50,397 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 40,619 miles

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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VFZ 5231 is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 52,152 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VFZ 5231, 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 14 years old, this Mini Countryman Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VFZ 5231?

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What year was VFZ 5231 registered?

VFZ 5231 is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper, first registered on 11 October 2012.

Is VFZ 5231 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 5231 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFZ 5231 have outstanding finance?

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