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LJ61 KDX

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,325 mi
Last recorded116,325 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 KDX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 116,325 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 108,250 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 101,057 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 99,896 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 96,287 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 90,012 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 90,012 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both discs on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 86,101 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 86,072 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 71,354 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 57,026 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 57,026 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)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 42,886 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 24,274 miles

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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LJ61 KDX is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ61 KDX, 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 LJ61 KDX registered?

LJ61 KDX is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is LJ61 KDX safe to buy?

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