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HG61 LVS

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,217 mi
Last recorded95,217 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 LVS
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 95,217 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under the chassis body sealant applied

Fail 11 Sep 2025 95,213 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 93,291 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2023 86,237 miles

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2023 85,554 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 82,384 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 81,765 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 80,455 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 80,380 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 77,099 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 69,294 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 69,249 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake insecure abs cable insecure (1.1.21 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 60,321 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 50,546 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 42,219 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 26,791 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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HG61 LVS is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HG61 LVS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG61 LVS registered?

HG61 LVS is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 26 November 2011.

Is HG61 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 LVS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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