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SW61 AWU

2011 Mini Mini (R58)

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

78,264 mi
Last recorded78,264 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R58)54,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 AWU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 78,264 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both Sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 77,323 miles

underbody corroded

undertrays and side trays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2023 77,301 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 67,903 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 57,003 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 56,990 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 46,664 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 34,957 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 33,801 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 32,881 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 32,868 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 26,802 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 18,108 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 15,764 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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SW61 AWU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58) in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 54,601 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW61 AWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW61 AWU registered?

SW61 AWU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 10 November 2011.

Is SW61 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 AWU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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