2011 MINI (R60) 1.6L Petrol · KA53 COW
2011 MINI (R60) (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 67,010 miles. MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI (R60)
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,010 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KA53 COW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
- 67,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KA53 COW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mini Mini (R60) (KA53 COW) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
KA53 COW Mileage History
- 16/11/202265,424 mi
- 01/11/202366,246 mi+822 mi
- 23/10/202466,652 mi+406 mi
- 24/10/202466,652 mi
- 22/10/202567,010 mi+358 mi
Average of roughly 541 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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