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SW61 VAJ

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,850 mi
Last recorded82,850 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 VAJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 82,850 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2026 82,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 77,686 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 63,158 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 59,332 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 59,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 54,766 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 50,388 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 47,414 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 42,267 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 37,168 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 31,032 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 6 Feb 2016 24,604 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 16,813 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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SW61 VAJ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 60,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW61 VAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 15 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW61 VAJ?

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What year was SW61 VAJ registered?

SW61 VAJ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 1 November 2011.

Is SW61 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 VAJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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