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MAX 788

2007 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

52,435 mi
Last recorded52,435 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mini Mini (R57)53,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAX 788
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 52,435 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2026 52,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 May 2025 49,383 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear wheel welded

Offside back box corroded outer skin

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

Fail 12 May 2025 49,288 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear wheel welded

Offside back box corroded outer skin

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 43,476 miles

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

Offside Front 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 11 Apr 2023 43,126 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 42,570 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 41,877 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 41,877 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 41,261 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 40,105 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 38,182 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 36,693 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 34,540 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2015 30,757 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2013 25,687 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Dec 2013 25,687 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 21,512 miles

Rear tyres poor condition

Pass 2 Sep 2011 15,822 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 12,050 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 7,964 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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MAX 788 is a 2007 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MAX 788, 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 MAX 788 registered?

MAX 788 is a 2007 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 21 June 2007.

Is MAX 788 safe to buy?

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