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GL61 HHM

2011 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

53,652 mi
Last recorded53,652 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 HHM
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 53,652 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside reverse light not working

Pass 17 Jan 2025 46,375 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 46,375 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 37,962 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 28,817 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2023 28,817 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 23,522 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 20,382 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 17,620 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 11,836 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 11,258 miles

Nearside front wiper smearing

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

tyres all round perished on sidewall and tread

Pass 6 Oct 2017 10,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished.

Nearside Rear Tyre perished.

Offside Front Tyre perished.

Offside Rear Tyre perished.

Under-trays fitted.

Fail 6 Oct 2017 10,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre perished.

Offside Front Tyre perished.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre perished.

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 13 Oct 2016 9,382 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 7,084 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 7,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 5,856 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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GL61 HHM is a 2011 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL61 HHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL61 HHM registered?

GL61 HHM is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is GL61 HHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 HHM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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