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HY61 HDE

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,118 mi
Last recorded112,118 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY61 HDE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 112,118 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 104,936 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 104,935 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 96,565 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 88,149 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 88,149 miles

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Tyre Pressure monitoring light on

Pass 18 Nov 2021 77,046 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 77,045 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 70,061 miles

drivers side front tyre heavily worn on edges

Pass 28 Nov 2019 66,861 miles

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

offside front tyre is wearing on edges

Fail 28 Nov 2019 66,860 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

offside front tyre is wearing on edges

Pass 1 Nov 2018 58,434 miles

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

nearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 3 Nov 2017 48,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread reading 3mm, worn inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread reading 3mm, worn inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 40,381 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 31,853 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 23,572 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HY61 HDE is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HY61 HDE, 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 HY61 HDE registered?

HY61 HDE is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is HY61 HDE safe to buy?

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