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SV61 HKJ

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

79,048 mi
Last recorded79,048 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV61 HKJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 79,048 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 76,160 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Rear tyre cracking

tyre low pressure light showing on dash

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 19 Feb 2024 76,141 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Rear tyre cracking

tyre low pressure light showing on dash

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 10 Feb 2023 69,666 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 61,969 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 61,918 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2021 56,576 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is wearing on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil level low

Fail 18 Feb 2021 56,576 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position Seized bonnet latch (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is wearing on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil level low

Pass 21 Feb 2020 51,384 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 48,794 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 43,018 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 39,953 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 38,574 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 35,625 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 35,625 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 32,568 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 25,943 miles

N/S/F outer tyre edge bald

Fail 22 Sep 2014 25,943 miles

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

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

N/S/F outer tyre edge bald

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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SV61 HKJ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SV61 HKJ, 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 SV61 HKJ registered?

SV61 HKJ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 20 September 2011.

Is SV61 HKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV61 HKJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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