Mini Countryman Cooper Sd (2011)
2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd
CarHunch analysed 103 real MOT records for the 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2011 MINI Countryman Cooper SD passes its MOT slightly more often than the UK average (81.9% vs 80%), which is a modest positive—but the real concern is that 36.9% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above what you'd want to see. That's a structural reliability red flag for a buyer considering this specific diesel variant.
At nearly 78,500 miles on average, these cars have done reasonable mileage for their age, and while they average 2.15 failures per test, the 11.9 advisories per vehicle suggest wear and maintenance costs are piling up. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the diesel engine, fuel system, and emissions equipment—this cohort's safety record warrants extra caution.
What to check before buying a 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 36.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd vehicles fall between 55,089 and 87,646 miles.
2011 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 79 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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