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YG61 MXE

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,737 mi
Last recorded39,737 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG61 MXE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 39,737 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 37,595 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 36,147 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 33,465 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 16 Nov 2022 33,465 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative light on dash (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 27,487 miles

Nearside Registration lamp dim

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 27,487 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Chords also visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration lamp dim

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 25,943 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 23,973 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 23,973 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter? (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,299 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 21,299 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 19,311 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 16,532 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 16,532 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 15,134 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 12,797 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 12,797 miles

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

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

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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YG61 MXE is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YG61 MXE, 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 YG61 MXE registered?

YG61 MXE is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 9 September 2011.

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