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AO61 TVM

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

106,577 mi
Last recorded106,577 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 TVM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 106,577 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 106,577 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 97,106 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 97,106 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 92,983 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2023 92,983 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 87,345 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 81,725 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 81,724 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts brake wear wire (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 78,380 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 78,380 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rusty worn and lipped, both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 72,750 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 72,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 64,231 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 64,231 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 56,553 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 47,891 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 47,777 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 38,150 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 28,474 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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AO61 TVM is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 59,909 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO61 TVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO61 TVM registered?

AO61 TVM is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 16 November 2011.

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