CarVerify

Free Car Check

LD59 JZX

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,706 mi
Last recorded77,706 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mini
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 JZX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 77,706 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 76,844 miles

headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 24 May 2024 73,670 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 70,468 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning £rd stop light has some leds not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 May 2023 70,468 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning £rd stop light has some leds not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2022 65,903 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear seat belts not tested due to restricted access

Fail 23 May 2022 65,903 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear seat belts not tested due to restricted access

Pass 26 May 2021 60,343 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 60,343 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 56,000 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 53,400 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 50,176 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 46,346 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 41,596 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 36,140 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 31,648 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 28,286 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,409 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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
Full Mini Mini (R57) reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LD59 JZX is a 2009 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 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 51,461 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 LD59 JZX, 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 17 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LD59 JZX?

You can check the full history of LD59 JZX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LD59 JZX registered?

LD59 JZX is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LD59 JZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 JZX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD59 JZX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LD59 JZX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.