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DE61 TVJ

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,607 mi
Last recorded98,607 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE61 TVJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 98,607 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 92,958 miles

oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2024 88,169 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 84,002 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 82,335 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 23 Jul 2021 80,018 miles

205/60/16

Fail 22 Jul 2021 80,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tread issue (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

205/60/16

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing localised perishing where the flaw in the tyre is situated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin extremely low, advise changing immediately (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlight bulb not fitted correctly - fixed (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 77,730 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 77,727 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 66,102 miles

Both rear tyres have slight cracks in outer sidewall

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 50,420 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 49,213 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 43,064 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 43,064 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 35,836 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DE61 TVJ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE61 TVJ, 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 DE61 TVJ registered?

DE61 TVJ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is DE61 TVJ safe to buy?

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