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MU53 WAL

2010 Mini Cooper

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

145,856 mi
Last recorded145,856 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Mini Cooper57,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU53 WAL
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 145,856 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 134,007 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2024 122,630 miles

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

Rear Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing on both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and accessories and mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2024 122,630 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing on both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and accessories and mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2023 108,035 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 108,035 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 97,274 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 93,193 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 87,998 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 81,185 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 81,185 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on inside edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 74,274 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 74,274 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 May 2017 66,921 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 66,921 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 May 2016 60,233 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 51,825 miles

Nearside front tyre sidewalls are cracking

Fail 28 May 2015 51,823 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre sidewalls are cracking

Pass 11 Mar 2014 42,610 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 34,152 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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MU53 WAL is a 2010 Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2010 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 57,217 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 16 years old, this Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MU53 WAL is a 2010 Mini Cooper, first registered on 23 March 2010.

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