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FL61 VWP

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

102,373 mi
Last recorded102,373 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 VWP
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 102,373 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 101,016 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres wearing edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slightly twisted (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres wearing edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 101,016 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres wearing edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slightly twisted (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres wearing edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 95,028 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns and os wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged twisted (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2023 95,028 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns and os wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged twisted (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 87,119 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 77,214 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 77,214 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 75,873 miles

Under trays fitted.

Pass 22 Nov 2018 65,705 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2018 65,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 57,897 miles

Both rear tyres worn to 3mm / cracked badly

Front brake discs corroded / pitted / worn thin

Front brake pads wearing low

Rear brake discs badly corroded / pitted / scored

Pass 30 Nov 2016 46,757 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 35,485 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 35,485 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 24,988 miles

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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FL61 VWP is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL61 VWP, 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.

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What year was FL61 VWP registered?

FL61 VWP is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 14 October 2011.

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