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PY61 EWA

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,620 mi
Last recorded94,620 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY61 EWA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 94,620 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 94,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2025 91,449 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 91,449 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2024 89,269 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 86,658 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 85,795 miles

front windscreen small chip

Fail 24 May 2022 85,792 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 82,568 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2021 82,565 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 69,504 miles

undertrays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 10 Oct 2019 64,366 miles

Advise general underbody corrosion.

Pass 9 May 2019 58,266 miles

nearside front tyre on 2.6mm and worn on edges

offside front tyre on 2.9mm and worn on edges

Pass 7 May 2018 48,895 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 40,225 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 40,046 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 40,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 33,199 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 33,199 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 22,591 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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PY61 EWA is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PY61 EWA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PY61 EWA registered?

PY61 EWA is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is PY61 EWA safe to buy?

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