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HY61 HMV

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

117,870 mi
Last recorded117,870 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY61 HMV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 117,870 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))

Offside Rear Wheel damaged

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 102,778 miles

Offside Rear Outer wheel damaged

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 86,327 miles

Offside Rear damage to outer rim

Pass 28 Mar 2023 63,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 48,643 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 37,641 miles

Offside Front Tyre perished

Pass 7 Aug 2020 36,806 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 36,806 miles

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 34,552 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 31,550 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 31,550 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 26,717 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 22,703 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 22,703 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 18,348 miles

Front wipers worn, not effecting drivers view

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,139 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 14,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 HMV is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 HMV, 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 HY61 HMV registered?

HY61 HMV is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is HY61 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY61 HMV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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