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LN56 LEW

2010 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,399 mi
Last recorded115,399 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Mini Cooper D76,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN56 LEW
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 115,399 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 106,531 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2024 106,500 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 95,655 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 86,655 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 80,169 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 70,378 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

screen chipped in places

Pass 26 Nov 2019 59,501 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 48,281 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 37,840 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 34,631 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 30,574 miles

tyres cracking

Pass 10 Nov 2014 26,991 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 24,026 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 24,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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LN56 LEW is a 2010 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 76,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN56 LEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 16 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LN56 LEW registered?

LN56 LEW is a 2010 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 10 December 2010.

Is LN56 LEW safe to buy?

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