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GU59 MDY

2009 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

92,568 mi
Last recorded92,568 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Cooper Auto41,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 MDY
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 92,568 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 87,607 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 81,871 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))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 76,732 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear brake wear light sensor not fitted

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

Pass 17 Jul 2021 71,581 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 66,518 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 61,311 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 54,898 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 48,692 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracked on 4mm. 175-65-15

Pass 8 Aug 2016 45,813 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 25 Aug 2015 41,879 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Sep 2014 38,650 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres perished

both rear tyres perished

front inner brake pads wearing low

Pass 16 Sep 2013 31,165 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 25,914 miles

Offside wiper blade split

Fail 17 Sep 2012 25,914 miles

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

Offside wiper blade split

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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GU59 MDY is a 2009 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 41,663 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GU59 MDY, 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 17 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU59 MDY registered?

GU59 MDY is a 2009 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is GU59 MDY safe to buy?

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