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BV10 LWJ

2010 Mini Mini (R58)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,305 mi
Last recorded28,305 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Mini Mini (R58)58,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV10 LWJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 28,305 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2026 28,305 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high Unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 25,918 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 25,407 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 25,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 24,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

antifreeze/coolant below min

engine covers and under trays fitted front to rear

fuel cap seal perished/cracking

Pass 25 Feb 2021 22,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 22,788 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 19,188 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 16,971 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 16,971 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 15,722 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 15,722 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 15,089 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 14,206 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 14,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front tyre cracked

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 12,859 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 12,859 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 11,646 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 11,646 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 10,266 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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BV10 LWJ is a 2010 Mini Mini (R58) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 58,301 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV10 LWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 16 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BV10 LWJ registered?

BV10 LWJ is a 2010 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 1 March 2010.

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