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K155 LAM

2011 Mini Mini (R57)

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,352 mi
Last recorded36,352 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini Mini (R57)59,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 LAM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2011
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 36,352 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 36,352 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 32,843 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 30,495 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 28,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to wear sensor / advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and outer edge worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to wear sensor /advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 28,122 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall cut/damaged exposing cords (continental winter contact 195/55/r16 87t) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to wear sensor / advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to wear sensor /advise replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 24,059 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 22,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 20,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Feb 2016 16,564 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edge and scuffed (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 13,548 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front wipers slightly smearing

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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K155 LAM is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57) in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K155 LAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K155 LAM registered?

K155 LAM is a 2011 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is K155 LAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K155 LAM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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