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SM61 BXK

2011 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,753 mi
Last recorded29,753 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 BXK
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 29,753 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 29,367 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 28,779 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 28,778 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 27,663 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 25,646 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin lower than the rest of the front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 24,539 miles

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

reverse light not working

Pass 25 Oct 2019 23,391 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 20,973 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 20,973 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Both Rear Tyres Cracked and Perished Poor Condition 7 Years Old

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Poor Condition 7 Years Old (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 18,540 miles

Clutch Worn Slightly High Biting Point

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on Outer Edge 175/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 18,540 miles

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

Clutch Worn Slightly High Biting Point

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on Outer Edge 175/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 16,138 miles

under tray covers fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2015 13,484 miles

under tray covers fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2015 13,484 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

under tray covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2014 11,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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SM61 BXK is a 2011 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM61 BXK, 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

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What year was SM61 BXK registered?

SM61 BXK is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is SM61 BXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 BXK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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