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LV59 WLG

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

113,902 mi
Last recorded113,902 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 WLG
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 113,902 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 109,323 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 100,820 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 100,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 87,890 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 82,178 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 82,077 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 75,466 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 66,275 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 66,273 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 58,770 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 51,461 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 42,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing On Outer Edge.

Rear Brake Discs & Pads Wearing Low.

Pass 5 Sep 2014 37,729 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 30,895 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 30,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 21,002 miles

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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LV59 WLG is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 LV59 WLG, 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.

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What year was LV59 WLG registered?

LV59 WLG is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 5 December 2009.

Is LV59 WLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 WLG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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