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HW61 JDJ

2011 Mini First

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,810 mi
Last recorded79,810 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW61 JDJ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 79,810 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2026 79,810 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 76,600 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 76,600 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2024 72,796 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2024 72,796 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2023 68,767 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 65,123 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear inner d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2021 61,808 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 58,494 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 51,963 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 47,028 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 39,079 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 29,472 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 18,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all wiper ends splitting

front washer jets partially blocked,

Pass 26 Aug 2014 18,190 miles

all wiper ends splitting

front washer jets partially blocked,

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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HW61 JDJ is a 2011 Mini First in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HW61 JDJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW61 JDJ registered?

HW61 JDJ is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is HW61 JDJ safe to buy?

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