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LA53 EVO

2011 Mini First

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

66,077 mi
Last recorded66,077 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA53 EVO
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 66,077 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 65,917 miles

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2024 62,679 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

general under body rust

suspensions component's corroded

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2024 62,002 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

general under body rust

under components corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2023 60,499 miles

engine covers fitted

general under body rust

under comp[onents corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2022 58,501 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

general under body rust

under components corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2021 56,341 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 55,641 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2020 55,600 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 54,755 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 54,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 52,684 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 49,393 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 39,464 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 28,794 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,240 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 23,596 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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LA53 EVO is a 2011 Mini First in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA53 EVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA53 EVO registered?

LA53 EVO is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 20 October 2011.

Is LA53 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA53 EVO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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