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N29 MLB

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

64,688 mi
Last recorded64,688 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN29 MLB
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 64,688 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 60,776 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 60,776 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 57,397 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2024 57,397 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2022 53,512 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 49,184 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 49,184 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 45,864 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2020 45,864 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 42,190 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 38,574 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 35,035 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 32,015 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 28,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 24,278 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2015 24,278 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 19,385 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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N29 MLB is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N29 MLB, 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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N29 MLB is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 March 2011.

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