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L19 LYF

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,865 mi
Last recorded52,865 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL19 LYF
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 52,865 miles

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

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

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Nearside and Offside (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 51,716 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 50,663 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 48,474 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 48,464 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 47,007 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 45,818 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 44,757 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 43,803 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 40,620 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 37,470 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 33,617 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 26,387 miles

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

both fronts and n/s/r wheels have slight flat spots.

wiring cable tied to fuel lines.

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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L19 LYF is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L19 LYF, 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 L19 LYF registered?

L19 LYF is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is L19 LYF safe to buy?

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