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FE61 VEW

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,711 mi
Last recorded41,711 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE61 VEW
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 41,711 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

centre stop lamp up to half not working

Pass 17 Oct 2024 39,515 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

centre stop lamp up to half not working

Fail 17 Oct 2024 39,515 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

centre stop lamp up to half not working

Pass 18 Aug 2023 36,850 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 34,644 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 31,827 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 29,612 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 29,612 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 27,950 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 25,054 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 22,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 19,031 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 15,507 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 12,029 miles

both front tyres worn away on edgers

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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FE61 VEW is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 59,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE61 VEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FE61 VEW?

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What year was FE61 VEW registered?

FE61 VEW is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is FE61 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE61 VEW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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