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EL51 MSL

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests32 (27 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate84.4%

Mileage

93,812 mi
Last recorded93,812 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL51 MSL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

27 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 93,812 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 90,939 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 90,939 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 91,001 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 87,656 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 87,365 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 87,923 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 83,773 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2022 83,773 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 84,429 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 79,941 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 80,370 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 77,113 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 78,069 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 78,066 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 76,044 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2020 76,041 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 75,509 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 72,825 miles

eml light on dash. damage to doors n/side

rear axle bushes cracking

Pass 12 Nov 2018 71,628 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Oct 2018 68,129 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 68,682 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 107,022 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 58,995 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 61,551 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 45,107 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 53,769 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 58,258 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 45,359 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 39,031 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 34,169 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 28,875 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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EL51 MSL is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.4%.

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 EL51 MSL, 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 EL51 MSL registered?

EL51 MSL is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is EL51 MSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL51 MSL shows 32 tests with a 84.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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