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VK61 VUM

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

99,491 mi
Last recorded99,491 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 VUM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 99,491 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear both brake discs corroded

TPMS lamp illuminated

stone chips to windscreen

Pass 2 Apr 2025 98,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 98,066 miles

Offside Lower Stop lamp(s) not working Bulb holder requires replacement (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lamp illuminated on dash

Pass 28 Mar 2024 95,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 95,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 93,109 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 89,936 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 89,936 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 82,500 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2021 82,500 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 74,515 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 74,503 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 65,489 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 63,196 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

small chip in screen

Fail 22 Sep 2018 63,052 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

small chip in screen

Pass 26 Sep 2017 53,710 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 41,973 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 33,930 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 22,971 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nsf tyre-outer edge below 1.6mm-requires attention

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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VK61 VUM is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 VK61 VUM, 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 VK61 VUM registered?

VK61 VUM is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 October 2011.

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