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GK61 UTL

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

57,868 mi
Last recorded57,868 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 UTL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 57,868 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 57,868 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 55x16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2025 54,657 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 54,656 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2024 53,602 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2 mm 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 50,004 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 50,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195 55 rf16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 47,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge. 195 55 r16 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 47,775 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge. 195 55 r16 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 45,953 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm at lowest point 195 55 r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 45,953 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm at lowest point 195 55 r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 43,999 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 41,252 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 41,252 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 37,542 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 34,153 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 31,374 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 29,705 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 27,930 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 27,930 miles

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

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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GK61 UTL is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 GK61 UTL, 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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GK61 UTL is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 September 2011.

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