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DG61 VBA

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,678 mi
Last recorded105,678 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 VBA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 105,678 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp inop

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

rear sub frame corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2025 94,187 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 18 Jun 2025 94,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 81,309 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 75,454 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 71,566 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 66,676 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 64,568 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2018 48,434 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 48,409 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 45,177 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 37,293 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 31,144 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 25,601 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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DG61 VBA is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG61 VBA, 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

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What year was DG61 VBA registered?

DG61 VBA is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 7 November 2011.

Is DG61 VBA safe to buy?

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