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MV09 VUE

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,847 mi
Last recorded88,847 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV09 VUE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 88,847 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 85,370 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

exhaust slight smoke

Pass 30 Aug 2022 79,791 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 79,791 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 74,223 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 74,223 miles

Offside Front Inner Oil leaking excessively from transmission drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 66,965 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2020 66,962 miles

Emissions not tested Excessive levels recorded on Co and Hc (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn through on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 64,356 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

offside rear upper sidelamp/stop lamp not working

tyre presure warning light on

Fail 23 Jul 2019 64,344 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

offside rear upper sidelamp/stop lamp not working

tyre presure warning light on

Pass 27 Jul 2018 59,748 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 54,857 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 48,603 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 43,342 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 38,608 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 33,390 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 28,601 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 26,107 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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MV09 VUE is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MV09 VUE, 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 MV09 VUE registered?

MV09 VUE is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 March 2009.

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