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VK61 MVG

2011 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,967 mi
Last recorded73,967 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto42,599 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 MVG
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 73,967 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 72,494 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 70,774 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 68,385 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 66,089 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 64,780 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 63,291 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 60,470 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 50,544 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 13 Apr 2017 45,579 miles

Both wiper blades are split

Pass 18 Jan 2016 26,298 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 26,298 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 14,275 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 13,881 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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VK61 MVG is a 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 42,599 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK61 MVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK61 MVG registered?

VK61 MVG is a 2011 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is VK61 MVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK61 MVG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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