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YF61 HLV

2011 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

111,071 mi
Last recorded111,071 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 HLV
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 111,071 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 111,071 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 108,095 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 102,064 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 91,913 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 86,221 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 82,564 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 82,564 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 77,380 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 77,380 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2018 69,139 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 69,139 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2017 60,480 miles

Offside Rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 30 Sep 2016 47,319 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 35,364 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 26,903 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 26,903 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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YF61 HLV is a 2011 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YF61 HLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF61 HLV registered?

YF61 HLV is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is YF61 HLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 HLV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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