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L23 GDO

2011 Mini Mini (R58)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,601 mi
Last recorded102,601 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R58)54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL23 GDO
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 102,601 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 89,747 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 78,480 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 78,480 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 78,124 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 75,030 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2022 75,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 69,704 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 62,687 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Poss sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 56,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 45,841 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 42,834 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 35,100 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 27,937 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 19,248 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 17,507 miles

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

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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L23 GDO is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L23 GDO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L23 GDO registered?

L23 GDO is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 21 December 2011.

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