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BN61 JLU

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,648 mi
Last recorded94,648 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 JLU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 94,648 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 94,623 miles

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

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

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

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

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire heat shield around petrol tank insecure (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured starting to discolour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 90,167 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 90,160 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 85,016 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2023 85,016 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 78,219 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2022 78,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 73,046 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 68,700 miles

Clutch rigid pipe excessively corroded

Exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Oct 2020 68,700 miles

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

Clutch rigid pipe excessively corroded

Exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 62,666 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 56,869 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre inner edge devoid of tread

Pass 5 May 2017 51,810 miles

undertry fitted

Pass 14 May 2016 45,150 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 39,398 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 39,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 27,294 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 JLU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JLU, 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.

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What year was BN61 JLU registered?

BN61 JLU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 14 September 2011.

Is BN61 JLU safe to buy?

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