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FD10 VTE

2010 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,323 mi
Last recorded88,323 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini Mini (R57)55,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD10 VTE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 88,323 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 79,238 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 76,045 miles

N/S/R SIDE LIGHT INOP

Fail 28 Jul 2023 76,023 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

N/S/R SIDE LIGHT INOP

Pass 26 Jul 2022 70,201 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 64,826 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 60,595 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 55,210 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 51,355 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 46,712 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2016 40,371 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake discs corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2016 40,371 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2015 38,064 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 31,037 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Jul 2013 20,573 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 14,829 miles

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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FD10 VTE is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2010 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 55,108 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 FD10 VTE, 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 16 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD10 VTE registered?

FD10 VTE is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 21 June 2010.

Is FD10 VTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD10 VTE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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