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BG61 VJK

2011 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,025 mi
Last recorded77,025 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R58)54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 VJK
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 77,025 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 76,256 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 75,142 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 75,042 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 71,130 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 71,127 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2020 66,303 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2020 66,292 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 51,426 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 50,027 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front outer sidewalls and inner. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer and inner sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 50,027 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front outer sidewalls and inner. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer and inner sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 47,226 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 47,226 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 43,526 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 39,917 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 34,027 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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BG61 VJK is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 54,601 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG61 VJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG61 VJK registered?

BG61 VJK is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 20 November 2011.

Is BG61 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 VJK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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