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BN61 HYW

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,710 mi
Last recorded92,710 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 HYW
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 92,710 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 92,710 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 88,513 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 84,763 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 84,763 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 79,733 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cut in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and cut (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 79,733 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cut in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and cut (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 75,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 70,747 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 64,413 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 60,281 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 54,506 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 48,117 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 48,107 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 11 Sep 2015 43,475 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 35,146 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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BN61 HYW is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 60,670 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 (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN61 HYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN61 HYW?

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What year was BN61 HYW registered?

BN61 HYW is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is BN61 HYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 HYW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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