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NL11 NZN

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,999 mi
Last recorded154,999 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL11 NZN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 154,999 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2025 154,997 miles

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

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2024 147,076 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel hose deteriorated Metal around hose corroded to and from fuel filter (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper support bolts missing

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 147,076 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel hose deteriorated Metal around hose corroded to and from fuel filter (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper support bolts missing

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 143,529 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 141,027 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 134,313 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all tyres approx 60-70% worn

engine covers and under trays fitted

n/s/r brake very slight bind

o/s/r caplier requiers attention ASAP. lever pulled on 50% but fully operational at present

Pass 3 Feb 2021 122,758 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 122,715 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear brake slight bind, pads low and calliper needs attention

Pass 8 Feb 2020 113,015 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 101,710 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2019 107,703 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2019 101,615 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 90,385 miles

osf tyre wearing low

Fail 5 Feb 2018 90,385 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

front discs heavily corroded and noisy when driven

osf tyre wearing low

rear discs worn and pitted

Pass 5 Dec 2016 72,230 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 58,659 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 46,358 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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NL11 NZN is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NL11 NZN, 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 NL11 NZN registered?

NL11 NZN is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 10 March 2011.

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