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YJ16 VNG

2016 Mini Countryman

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,800 mi
Last recorded58,800 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mini Countryman38,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ16 VNG
MakeMini
ModelCountryman
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 58,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm ( limit 1.6mm ) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm ( limit 1.6 mm ) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm ( limit 1.6mm ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2025 51,899 miles

both front to rear brake pipes corroded under paint covering needs checking

Fail 27 May 2025 51,899 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both front to rear brake pipes corroded under paint covering needs checking

Pass 13 Mar 2024 47,038 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 45,980 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

heat shield insecure

Fail 2 Jan 2024 45,979 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

heat shield insecure

Pass 3 Jan 2023 38,226 miles

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

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

Tire pressure light on

Pass 4 Jan 2022 32,159 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 26,311 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 22,754 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 15,866 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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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YJ16 VNG is a 2016 Mini Countryman in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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

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What year was YJ16 VNG registered?

YJ16 VNG is a 2016 Mini Countryman, first registered on 11 March 2016.

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