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M70 BSG

2011 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,133 mi
Last recorded93,133 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R58)54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 BSG
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 93,133 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 92,265 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2024 92,156 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 83,953 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 81,504 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 79,430 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2020 78,194 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2018 76,201 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 74,336 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking inner sidewall

both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 1 Oct 2016 51,351 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 51,351 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 36,927 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 213,560 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 21,514 miles

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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M70 BSG is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 M70 BSG, 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 M70 BSG registered?

M70 BSG is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 10 October 2011.

Is M70 BSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M70 BSG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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