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SH61 TPX

2011 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,619 mi
Last recorded93,619 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 TPX
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 93,619 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 93,619 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 85,346 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2025 85,346 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2024 80,130 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 74,601 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 74,458 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 70,757 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 62,849 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 44,276 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 26,918 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 21,923 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 14,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2014 6,746 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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SH61 TPX is a 2011 Mini First in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH61 TPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH61 TPX?

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What year was SH61 TPX registered?

SH61 TPX is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is SH61 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH61 TPX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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