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LM59 GHO

2009 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,293 mi
Last recorded17,293 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Cooper Auto41,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 GHO
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 17,293 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 13,781 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 12,075 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 10,463 miles

Transmission sump damaged

Fail 10 Oct 2022 10,462 miles

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

Transmission sump damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2021 8,117 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 7,477 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 7,079 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 6,596 miles

Both rear tyres:- cracking on outer sidewalls.

Pass 3 Aug 2017 6,106 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 5,616 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 4,773 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 3,862 miles

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL CUT

Fail 24 Oct 2012 3,327 miles

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

rear seat folded no belt check

Pass 24 Oct 2012 3,327 miles

rear seat folded no belt check

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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LM59 GHO is a 2009 Mini Cooper Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LM59 GHO, 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.

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What year was LM59 GHO registered?

LM59 GHO is a 2009 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is LM59 GHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 GHO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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