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VK61 DXW

2011 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,393 mi
Last recorded129,393 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R60)60,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 DXW
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 129,393 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 122,273 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 108,817 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 106,557 miles

the offside front tyre outer sidewall has a small cut

the offside rear tyre is starting to wear abnormally

Fail 7 Oct 2020 106,557 miles

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

the offside front tyre outer sidewall has a small cut

the offside rear tyre is starting to wear abnormally

Pass 21 Oct 2019 99,581 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 99,581 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 90,971 miles

Front foglights not working

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Fail 27 Sep 2018 90,889 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Front foglights not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 25 Sep 2017 8,624 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 75,571 miles

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre punctured

Pass 16 Sep 2015 56,613 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 56,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 36,362 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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VK61 DXW is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK61 DXW, 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

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What year was VK61 DXW registered?

VK61 DXW is a 2011 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 29 September 2011.

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The MOT history for VK61 DXW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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