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YG61 VDY

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,246 mi
Last recorded55,246 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG61 VDY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 55,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 51,758 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR SUSPENSION FRAME, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 51,757 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating REAR BRAKE DISCS, LIPPED AND CORRODED. (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR SUSPENSION FRAME, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 48,415 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH,REAR DISCS. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 45,160 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 40,884 miles

Nearside Rear worn on edges

Pass 6 Oct 2020 37,802 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened LIPPED AND WORN. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened LIPPED AND WORN. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2019 34,774 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 30,469 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 26,692 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 23,226 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 19,783 miles

O/S/R TYRE WEARING UNEVEN

Pass 6 Oct 2014 16,456 miles

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 VDY is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VDY, 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 VDY registered?

YG61 VDY is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is YG61 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG61 VDY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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