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ML61 ETU

2011 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,559 mi
Last recorded74,559 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R58)54,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML61 ETU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 74,559 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 6 May 2026 74,559 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 73,911 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 66,666 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 66,438 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 59,634 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 57,904 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 54,520 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 46,482 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 38,468 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 32,220 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 26,036 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 26,034 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

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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ML61 ETU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 ML61 ETU, 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

How do I check the history of ML61 ETU?

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What year was ML61 ETU registered?

ML61 ETU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is ML61 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML61 ETU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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