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SR02 SAV

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

90,637 mi
Last recorded90,637 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR02 SAV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 90,637 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 90,613 miles

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 88,501 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 88,501 miles

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat both do not respond to command (4.1.5 (b))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative does not self test with nearside (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 86,507 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2024 86,507 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 82,592 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 78,194 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 72,899 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 71,515 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2020 71,513 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 62,292 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 55,521 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 49,349 miles

Rear tyres perished

Fail 18 Jan 2017 49,349 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Jan 2016 37,605 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking outer sidewall

Offside Rear tyre cracking outer sidewall

Pass 28 Jan 2015 26,415 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 26,394 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 22,779 miles

front tyres on 3mm and cracking

rear tyres starting to crack

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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SR02 SAV is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SR02 SAV, 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 SR02 SAV registered?

SR02 SAV is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 14 January 2011.

Is SR02 SAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR02 SAV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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