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J8 KBK

2011 Mini Mini (R58)

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,331 mi
Last recorded84,331 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R58)54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 KBK
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 84,331 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 84,329 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 80,489 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 78,585 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 76,935 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 70,115 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 64,101 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Dec 2016 64,101 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 52,899 miles

Nearside Front shocker top bush starting to split

Offside Front shocker top bush starting to split

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 39,947 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 39,947 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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J8 KBK is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58) in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 54,601 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J8 KBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J8 KBK registered?

J8 KBK is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is J8 KBK safe to buy?

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