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SX61 BGU

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,545 mi
Last recorded51,545 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX61 BGU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 51,545 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear subframes and suspension signs of corrosion

Pass 14 Nov 2024 47,702 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Nov 2024 47,702 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 42,023 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 37,357 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Oct 2021 31,387 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 23,674 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 21,542 miles

rear seats folded down not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Pass 1 Nov 2018 17,855 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 13,733 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 9,916 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 6,378 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 5,790 miles

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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SX61 BGU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SX61 BGU, 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.

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What year was SX61 BGU registered?

SX61 BGU is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 9 November 2011.

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