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RK61 UBN

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,764 mi
Last recorded132,764 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK61 UBN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 132,764 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 125,554 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 114,088 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 103,992 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 97,196 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 89,796 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 81,880 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 73,393 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lamp unit is cracked.

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

Fail 19 Dec 2018 73,393 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lamp unit is cracked.

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 63,121 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 63,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 54,216 miles

Emissions tested & met -no dsm readings, good.

front tyres worn edges

Fail 20 Dec 2016 54,216 miles

Emissions tested & met -no dsm readings, good.

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyres worn edges

Pass 14 Jun 2016 46,923 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 31,758 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 30,834 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 30,770 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Nov 2014 30,770 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RK61 UBN is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RK61 UBN, 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 RK61 UBN registered?

RK61 UBN is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 18 October 2011.

Is RK61 UBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK61 UBN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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