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GY11 PLV

2011 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,002 mi
Last recorded97,002 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R58)54,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 PLV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 97,002 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 93,760 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 89,428 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 88,179 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2022 88,179 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 86,842 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear to outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 85,431 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2020 85,431 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 84,640 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn more than other pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

nearside rear tyre is worn unevenly on the outer edge

Pass 25 Apr 2018 70,914 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 70,914 miles

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2017 67,558 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 51,944 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 39,790 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

offside & nearside wiper blade rubber deteriorated,but still clearing the windscreen effectively.

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Fail 28 Aug 2015 39,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

offside & nearside wiper blade rubber deteriorated,but still clearing the windscreen effectively.

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 9 Sep 2014 27,695 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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GY11 PLV is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 54,601 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY11 PLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GY11 PLV registered?

GY11 PLV is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 27 April 2011.

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