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FY10 LEJ

2010 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,835 mi
Last recorded124,835 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Mini Mini (R57)55,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY10 LEJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 124,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

corrosion evident on under body and components

Fail 23 Jul 2026 124,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

corrosion evident on under body and components

Pass 25 Sep 2025 121,572 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 115,193 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 108,649 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2023 108,649 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 103,425 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 96,772 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 90,179 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 79,638 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 72,452 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 64,869 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 64,747 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear discs heavily scored corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2016 55,713 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 47,171 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 37,631 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 28,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 28,986 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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FY10 LEJ is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY10 LEJ, 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 FY10 LEJ registered?

FY10 LEJ is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 25 March 2010.

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