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PF09 DLU

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

88,235 mi
Last recorded88,235 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF09 DLU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 88,235 miles

Coolant leak Signs of coolant loss from pipe behind water pump ()

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

Fail 7 Jan 2026 88,234 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak Signs of coolant loss from pipe behind water pump ()

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 85,101 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 82,394 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 79,862 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 77,217 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 77,217 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 75,227 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 75,227 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2019 65,612 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 57,938 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 49,624 miles

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

drivers seat belt slow to retract

Fail 8 Aug 2017 49,624 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

drivers seat belt slow to retract

Pass 26 Aug 2016 41,583 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 41,581 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 32,430 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 24,761 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 17,396 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 11,855 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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PF09 DLU is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PF09 DLU, 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 PF09 DLU registered?

PF09 DLU is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 24 July 2009.

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