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YR61 BSZ

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

77,989 mi
Last recorded77,989 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR61 BSZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 77,989 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust [front] flexable joint as slight leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 69,728 miles

Underside covered in mud

Fail 4 Sep 2024 69,727 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Underside covered in mud

Pass 29 May 2024 68,379 miles

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

Offside Rear Undertray not fully secure loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

coolant on minimum

engine oil on minimum

Fail 23 May 2024 68,378 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side brake cable snapped at the calliper (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Undertray not fully secure loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

coolant on minimum

engine oil on minimum

Pass 6 Jun 2023 59,194 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

coolant low

engine oil on minimum

Pass 13 May 2022 46,329 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 37,986 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 37,743 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 37,743 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 36,729 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides 3/4 worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 34,662 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Sep 2017 31,474 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 27,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Sep 2016 27,881 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 25,763 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 23,397 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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YR61 BSZ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YR61 BSZ, 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 YR61 BSZ registered?

YR61 BSZ is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 16 September 2011.

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