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GU61 ZSO

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,859 mi
Last recorded142,859 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 ZSO
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 142,859 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2025 141,067 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

tyre pressure lamp illuminated

Pass 26 Oct 2024 136,711 miles

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

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

tpms light on

Pass 20 Oct 2023 133,016 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 127,190 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 118,814 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 114,134 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in zone A -10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 104,117 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view and off side (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

tyre light on

Fail 19 Nov 2018 104,117 miles

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

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view and off side (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre valve deteriorating, tyre has nail

tyre light on

Pass 22 Nov 2017 92,313 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 92,313 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 76,941 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 61,325 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 61,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 44,856 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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GU61 ZSO is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU61 ZSO, 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 GU61 ZSO registered?

GU61 ZSO is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 September 2011.

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