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HY61 GZV

2011 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,072 mi
Last recorded65,072 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY61 GZV
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 65,072 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 62,149 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 58,108 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 55,649 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 52,870 miles

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

underside covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 16 Aug 2021 52,870 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

underside covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Aug 2020 49,849 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 47,131 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,814 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn suspension bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn suspension bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 39,066 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 37,199 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 37,199 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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 Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HY61 GZV is a 2011 Mini First in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY61 GZV, 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

How do I check the history of HY61 GZV?

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What year was HY61 GZV registered?

HY61 GZV is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is HY61 GZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY61 GZV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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