2011 Mini R60 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for R60 models manufactured in 2011, based on 166 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2011 Mini R60 MOT Analysis
The 2011 Mini R60 has an MOT pass rate of 87.3% based on 166 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 66,925 miles on the odometer. With a 12.7% failure rate, the 2011 R60 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2011 Mini R60 is Tyres, responsible for 6.0% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 3.0%. Steering follows at 2.4%.
Top failures specific to 2011 models only. The overall R60 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.0% | 10 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 3.0% | 5 |
| 3 | Steering | 2.4% | 4 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.4% | 4 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.2% | 2 |
| 6 | Road Wheels | 1.2% | 2 |
| 7 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.6% | 1 |
| 8 | Brakes | 0.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 66,925 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.90 | 6.0% | 10 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.45 | 3.0% | 5 |
| Steering | 0.36 | 2.4% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.36 | 2.4% | 4 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.18 | 1.2% | 2 |
| Wheels | 0.18 | 1.2% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.09 | 0.6% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.09 | 0.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2011 Mini R60 has an MOT pass rate of 87.3% based on 166 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 66,925 miles on the odometer. With a 12.7% failure rate, the 2011 R60 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2011 Mini R60, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. At 66,925 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Tyres — 6.0% of failures
Tyres issues account for 6.0% of MOT failures on 2011 Mini R60 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 3.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 3.0% of MOT failures on 2011 Mini R60 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Steering — 2.4% of failures
Steering issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 2011 Mini R60 models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.