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LH07 AEL

2007 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

69,303 mi
Last recorded69,303 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Mini Mini (R57)53,634 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH07 AEL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 69,303 miles

recommend a brakes linings inspection within 30 days of test

Pass 13 Mar 2025 63,103 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dull (4.7.1 (b) (i))

some steering, and suspension bushes, are starting to crack and deteriorate.

some surface rust on sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

Fail 13 Mar 2025 63,103 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dull (4.7.1 (b) (i))

some steering, and suspension bushes, are starting to crack and deteriorate.

some surface rust on sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

Fail 24 Feb 2025 63,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

oil level low

Pass 21 Feb 2024 56,721 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres are starting to wear

oil leak

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on floor panels sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Fail 20 Feb 2024 56,720 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

both front tyres are starting to wear

oil leak

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on floor panels sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Pass 23 Feb 2023 52,701 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

slight oil leak at power steering pump

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

surface rust on floor panels sub frames steering,suspension and brake components

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 20 Feb 2022 48,340 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 44,777 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 44,242 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))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 41,411 miles

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

Rear back box corried

Pass 6 Jul 2018 33,564 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 27,376 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 18,313 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 18,313 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low both headlights (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 18,292 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 18,277 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front and rear brake discs pitted and worn

Rear exhaust support broken

Fail 27 Jun 2016 18,260 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front and rear brake discs pitted and worn

Rear exhaust support broken

Pass 19 May 2015 16,617 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 15,668 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 15,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 14,038 miles

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

all tyres are cracking

Pass 14 Jun 2012 12,306 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 12,306 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 11,188 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 9,903 miles

front wipers deteriorating

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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LH07 AEL is a 2007 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 53,634 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 LH07 AEL, 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 19 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 LH07 AEL registered?

LH07 AEL is a 2007 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 5 July 2007.

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