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LX59 YLE

2009 Mini Cooper S Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,361 mi
Last recorded49,361 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Cooper S Auto36,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 YLE
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 49,361 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 49,059 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 48,040 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 47,141 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 46,474 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 46,120 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 44,156 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 41,966 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 40,816 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,690 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 38,179 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2014 36,515 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Jul 2014 36,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

brake pad warning light on advise has new pads fitted possible sensor

Pass 19 Feb 2014 34,350 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 27,777 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 24,821 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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LX59 YLE is a 2009 Mini Cooper S Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 36,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX59 YLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX59 YLE registered?

LX59 YLE is a 2009 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is LX59 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 YLE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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