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DN56 MVY

2007 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,302 mi
Last recorded73,302 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Mini Cooper Auto48,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN56 MVY
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 73,302 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 73,302 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 71,780 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 71,780 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2023 71,212 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 70,143 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 70,139 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 67,994 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 64,642 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 55,533 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 53,781 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2017 49,920 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2016 45,816 miles

engine covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2015 41,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear brake binding by hand

tps light on

Pass 19 Aug 2014 37,321 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 32,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Aug 2013 32,667 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre preasure light on

Fail 6 Aug 2012 27,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 27,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2011 22,341 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2011 21,544 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 17,032 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 15,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 15,777 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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DN56 MVY is a 2007 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 48,117 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 Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN56 MVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 19 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DN56 MVY registered?

DN56 MVY is a 2007 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 12 January 2007.

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