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RJ57 GCV

2007 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,819 mi
Last recorded104,819 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Mini Mini (R58)57,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 GCV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 104,819 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front brake pad wear lead loose

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 102,136 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 100,410 miles

e.m.l light on

lower arm rear bushes have play

n/s inner rack joint has play

n/s number plate bulb not working

oil leak

wipers smearing screen

Pass 27 Apr 2022 99,527 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 99,344 miles

Both Front Shocks Damp

Both Front Tyres Inner Edge Slightly Worn

Both Rear Tyres Inner Edge Slightly Worn, Nearside Rear Tyre Outer Side Wall Perished

Engine And Gearbox Damp With Oil

Nearside Front Steering Arm Slight Play

Rear Brake Pads Worn

Pass 17 Jul 2019 91,076 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 91,076 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected inner joint (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 62,825 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 40,771 miles

under trays fitted

o/s/f, n/s/r, tyres worn on edges

Pass 5 Jul 2017 39,919 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 36,765 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 32,666 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 28,837 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 24,109 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 19,529 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 16,708 miles

n/s front and rear tyres wearing on shoulders.

Pass 26 Aug 2010 13,304 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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RJ57 GCV is a 2007 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 57,696 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ57 GCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RJ57 GCV registered?

RJ57 GCV is a 2007 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 3 October 2007.

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