2014 MINI Countryman 1.6L Diesel · RM03 ELL
2014 MINI Countryman (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13 Oct 2014. Recorded mileage 84,896 miles. MOT valid until 27 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI COUNTRYMAN
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,896 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RM03 ELL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 84,896 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RM03 ELL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Mini Countryman (RM03 ELL) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Both Front ”; “Central Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both Rear Discs Excessive Wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
RM03 ELL Mileage History
- 25/05/202482,521 mi
- 25/05/202482,521 mi
- 29/05/202583,333 mi+812 mi
- 20/05/202684,887 mi+1,554 mi
- 20/05/202684,896 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 1,196 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the mileage
Your primary focus should be the braking system. The vehicle has a documented history of worn, pitted, or scored brake discs and thin pads appearing in 2024, 2025, and 2026. You should verify whether the rear discs replaced in May 2026 were replaced with quality parts or merely skimmed.
The 1.6L diesel engine is designed for better fuel efficiency than the petrol variants, though you should check the specific Euro emissions standard for potential ULEZ charges. Insurance groups for the Countryman are typically moderate, but maintenance costs may be higher than average given the recurring wear-and-tear issues seen in the MOT records.
Inspect the current tyre tread depths and the condition of the brake discs, as the May 2026 failure recorded front tyres at just 1mm and rear discs with excessive wear. Check all external lighting, including the registration plate and position lamps, which have been repeated points of failure. Additionally, check the headlamp aim, which caused a failure in 2024.
This 2014 white diesel MINI Countryman has recorded 84,896 miles. The MOT history shows two failures in the last three years, specifically relating to braking systems, tyre tread, and lighting. It passed its most recent test in May 2026 after addressing several critical safety items.
The MINI Countryman has an average MOT pass rate of 88.3%, with brake pads and suspension arms listed as common failure points across the model range.
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